Victron energy 12/20 User manual

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USER MANUAL
GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Centaur Charger
12/20
12/30
12/40
12/50
12/60
12/80
12/100
12/200
24/16
24/30
24/40
24/60
24/80
24/100

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1. Safety and regulatory information
General
•Review related documentation of this product to familiarize
yourself with safety markings and instructions before you operate
the equipment.
•This product has been designed and tested in accordance with
international standards. Only use the equipment for the intended
purpose of application.
•WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. The product is used in
conjunction with a permanent energy source (battery). Even if the
equipment is switched off, dangerous electrical voltages may
appear at the in- and/or output terminals. Always disconnect AC
power and battery before maintaining or servicing the product.
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) must be installed in the
AC supply circuit.
•There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not remove the
front plate or operate the product without the front plate fitted.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
•Never use the product in locations where there is danger of gas-
or dust explosions. Consult your supplier to ensure that the
product is intended for use in conjunction with the battery. Always
apply the battery manufacturer’s safety instructions.
•Caution: never carry heavy loads without assistance.
•Explosive gases can be generated during charging of a lead-acid
battery. Prevent open flame and sparks. Take care of sufficient
ventilation during charging.
•Never try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
•A double-pole switch with a minimum contact distance of 3mm
must be incorporated in the fixed mains input wiring of the
installation.

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Installation
•The installation of this product must be performed by qualified
personnel.
•Always refer to the installation section in the operator’s manual
before applying power to the equipment.
•This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective
earthing terminal). An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be
provided at the AC in/output terminals. An additional grounding
point is located at the outside of the product. Whenever it is likely
that the grounding protection has been impaired, the product must
be made inoperative and secured against any unintended
operation; refer to qualified service personnel.
•Make sure that fuses and circuit breakers are provided in the
connecting wires. Never replace a safety component by a different
type. Consult the manual for determining the correct component.
•Make sure that all cables and wiring in the installation are
anchored such that the conductors are relieved from strain and
twisting.
•Before applying power, verify that the available power source
matches the configuration settings of the product as described in
the manual.
•Ensure that the environmental conditions are suitable for
operation of the equipment. Never operate the product in a wet or
in a dusty environment.
•Always allow enough free space around the product for
ventilation and make sure that ventilation vents are not blocked.
•Be sure that the demanded power does not exceed the capacity
of the product.
•This device is a continuous duty automatic charger for
rechargeable open, sealed and gel lead acid batteries
•For supply connection use wires suitable for at least 75°C
(167°F).
•CAUTION: Replace defective cords or wires immediately.

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Transport and storage
•When storing or transporting the product make certain that mains
power and battery leads are disconnected.
•No liability can be accepted for any transport damage when
equipment is shipped in non-original packaging.
•Store the product in a dry location; storage temperature must be
between –20°C and 60°C.
•Refer to the battery manufacturer manual concerning transport,
storage, charging, recharging and disposal of the battery.