iv XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the
XPower Inverter 1000. Each time, before using the XPower Inverter 1000,
READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the
inverter and all appropriate sections of this guide.
NOTE: The XPower Inverter 1000 contains no user-serviceable parts. See
“Warranty and Return Information” on page 20 for guidance.
NOTE: Turning off the inverter using the on/off switch on the front panel
will not reduce an electrical shock hazard.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• Do not expose the inverter to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. This
inverter is designed for indoor use only.
• Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, has cracks or openings in the enclosure including if the fuse
cover has been lost, damaged, or will not close, or otherwise damaged
in any other way.
• Do not disassemble the inverter. Internal capacitors remain charged
after all power is disconnected.
• Disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits
connected to the inverter. See note below.
• Do not operate the inverter with damaged or substandard wiring.
Make sure that all wiring is in good condition and is not undersized.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.