This manual contains important instructions that should befollowed during installation and maintenance of the UPSand batteries.Please read and follow all instructions carefully duringinstallation and operation of the unit. Read this manualthoroughly before attempting to unpack, install, or operate.CAUTION! The UPS must be connected to an AC poweroutlet with fuse or circuit breaker protection.DO NOT plug the machine into an outlet that is notgrounded. If you need to de-energize this equipment, turnoff and unplug the UPS.CAUTION! DO NOT USE FOR MEDICAL OR LIFESUPPORT EQUIPMENT!Panamax does not sell products for life support or medicalapplications. DO NOT use in any circumstance that wouldaffect operation or safety of any life support equipment,with any medical applications, or patient care.CAUTION! The battery can energize hazardous live partsinside even when the AC input power is disconnected.1Important Safety InstructionsCAUTION! To prevent the risk of fire or electric shockinstall in a temperature and humidity controlled indoor area,free of conductive contaminants. (Please see specificationsfor acceptable temperature and humidity range).CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do notremove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside.CAUTION! To avoid electrical shock, turn off the unit andunplug it from the AC power source before installing acomponent.CAUTION! DO NOT USE WITH OR NEAR AQUARI-UMS! To reduce the risk of fire, do not use with or nearaquariums. Condensation from the aquarium can come incontact with metal current contacts and cause the machineto short out.Note: AC Power management devices, such as a UPS, havecertain limitations with regard to reactive loads and wattage.The MB1000 has a handling capacity of 1000VA or approxi-mately 600 watts. Excessive power consumption beyondthese specifications can affect battery life and performance.