Safety instructions
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1 Safety instructions
Basic information
The UPS device has left our plant in a perfectly safe state. In order to maintain this safe state and
assure safe operations the user must observe all instructions and warnings contained in these
operating instructions.
Only qualified electricians may work on the electrical installations at any time. They must be able to
assess the jobs they are assigned, recognise potential sources of danger, and implement suitable
safety measures.
Conversions and modifications are permitted only after consultation with and the approval of the
manufacturer. Your safety is assured only by original replacement parts and accessories approved
by the manufacturer. Our liability becomes null and void when other parts are used.
The delivered UPS device operates reliably only when it is used for its designated purpose. The
thresholds listed in the specifications may not be exceeded under any circumstances (see the
respective sections in the operating instructions).
Rules and regulations pertaining to safety
The installation, commissioning, maintenance, and testing of the UPS device must observe the
safety and accident prevention regulations pertaining to the specific application.
This also extends to all standards and regulations applying to the operating site and in particular
the following rules (here only some examples):
VDE rules
- DIN EN 418
machine safety
emergency stop facility, functional aspects
- DIN EN 60204-1 / VDE 0113-1
electrical installations with electrical equipment
Explanation of danger warnings
These operating instructions use the following symbols that are important for proper and safe
operations with the UPS devices.
The meaning of each symbol is as follows.
DANGER
This means that there is danger to the user’s life or health when the specified
precautionary measures are not implemented.
IMPORT
NT
This warns of potential damage to the device when the specified precautionary
measures are not implemented.