#9690 Incremental
1500-Watt Energy Center
#9691 500W Battery Pack
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Shown with one #9691
500W Battery Pack
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFEGUARDS
Sierra Wave® 1500-Watt Incremental Energy Center comes equipped with a 500Wh capacity and
can be expanded to 1500Wh capacity incrementally, and increasable as energy needs increase. Start
with the #9690 unit, which includes a 500Wh internal battery and add up to two more 500Wh battery
packs (#9691 sold separately) as needed. The Energy Center features a pure sine wave AC inverter
and a lightweight LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) battery. This power storage and distribution center
features a battery management system that handles all battery charging, power demand, and battery
switching automatically. Charge the Energy Center from any 120V AC electrical outlet or from an
auxiliary solar collector and operate a variety of appliances and tools from multiple 120V, 12V, or USB
power outputs. Energy peace of mind for the home, farm, cabin, or work site.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFEGUARDS
Read all instructions thoroughly before operating this unit to avoid injury to self or property and to
avoid damaging the unit. Keep instructions handy for reference during use.
ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
GENERATES LETHAL VOLTAGES
• Do not submerge in liquid or operate in wet environments. Device is not waterproof
or water resistant. Operate in dry environments only.
• Do not operate in flammable or explosive environments
• Do not operate if the unit is damaged in any way including loose electronics or if
charging cords are frayed and wires are exposed.
• Do not plug inverter 120V AC outlets into external 120V AC outlets of any kind
• Do not place foreign objects inside the power outlets
• Do not disassemble. There are no user serviceable parts. Contact the manufacturer
for all repairs.
• Do not use any AC powered devices over 1200W for risk of damage to the batteries
or inverter
• Monitor battery regularly during charging
• Do not use to operate any medical life support equipment
• Consult your physician before using with CPAP devices or other non-life support
medical equipment
• Do not block the air inlets or vents
• Do not replace fuses with larger amperage values
• Not recommended for use or storage below 14º (-10ºC) or above 120ºF (49ºC).
Place out of direct sunlight to prevent overheating.
• Administer close supervision when operating around children or persons with
disabilities
• Check dangerous goods shipping regulations before shipping
DANGER: Contains lithium high-energy batteries. Follow all precautions to prevent injury,
property damage and fire at all times during storage and operation.
• Never store or use in temperatures above 120°F (49°C)
• Keep away from sparks, open flames and heat sources
• Do not drop, puncture or incinerate
• Stop use immediately if you notice a leak or damage to the battery or unit. If it
malfunctions contact Customer Service at 800-227-0196.
• Follow your local battery disposal regulations
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WARNING: The #9690 Incremental 1500-Watt Energy Center and #9691 500-Watt Battery Pack
is only serviceable by Aervoe Industries, Inc. or an authorized repair facility. Do not dismantle.
Warranty is void if the device is opened by any unauthorized personnel. Call Aervoe Industries,
Inc. at 800-227-0196 for repair information.
FCC REQUIREMENTS
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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