3 Notes concerning installation and operation
KACO Gerätetechnik GmbH 3 Installation Instructions Powador 01xi
- VDE 0190 Main potential isolation of electrical
plants/installations
- VDE 0298 Part 4 Rubber-insulated leads carrying
rated voltages of up to 450/750 volts
- DIN 18382 electrical cable and routing installation in
buildings
Regulations concerning the prevention of accidents
The inverter must be installed by an approved skilled
electrician who is responsible fort he adherence to
existing standards and regulations.
The proper and safe operation of the device/instrument
requires proper transportation, storage, erection and
assembly, as well as careful operation and
maintenance.
Only personnel who have read and fully understood all
safety information contained in these operating and
installation instructions, as well as the assembly,
operating and maintenance instructions, shall be
authorized to operate the inverter
During the operation of this device, certain parts of the
device inevitably carry hazardous live voltages, which
may lead to severe personal injury or even death. The
following precautions should be followed to minimize
the risk of lethal hazards or personal injuries.
The installation of the device must be in compliance
with the relevant safety regulations (e.g. DIN, VDE) or
other applicable national or local provisions. Proper
earthing, conductor dimensioning and an appropriate
short-circuit protection must be provided to ensure
operational safety.
All instrument covers must remain closed during
operation.
Prior to performing any visual checks and maintenance
work the device must be disconnected from all power
sources and protected against inadvertent switching on.
If measurements have to be conducted while the device
is connected to power, NEVER touch live terminals.
Remove all jewellery from your wrists and fingers.
Ensure that the test equipment is in a good and safe
operating condition.
When working on the switched-on device, make sure to
stand on an insulated surface and ensure that there is
no connection to ground.
Exactly follow the instructions given in these operating
and installation instructions and especially observe all
information concerning possible hazards, warnings and
precautions.
This list does not constitute a complete list of all
required measures. Should any specific problems
occur, which are not covered sufficiently for the
purposes of the buyer, please contact your specialist
dealer.
Modifications/Changes
Performing any modifications or changes on the inverter
is generally prohibited. Performing any changes or
modifications in the environment of the inverter is only
permitted if they comply with national standards.
Transportation
The Powador inverter is subjected to extensive testing
and inspection in our test field, so as to ensure the
superb quality of our products. Our inverters leave our
factory in a proper electrical and mechanical condition.
Special packaging ensures that nothing can happen
during the transport to our customers. Nevertheless,
transport damage may not be ruled out completely. In
this case, the forwarding agent/carrier will be
responsible.
Please check the inverter carefully on arrival. Should
you discover any visible signs of damage on the
packaging, which imply that the inverter may be
damaged, or should you find any visible signs of
damage on the inverter please notify your responsible
forwarding agent/carrier immediately.
If necessary, your solar installation provider or KACO
Gerätetechnik GmbH will assist you. However, written
damage reports must be received by the forwarding
agent within six days after receipt of the goods at the
latest.
Use exclusively the original packaging for returning the
inverter – only this material will ensure safe
transportation.
3. Notes concerning installation and
operation
3.1 Factory guarantee and liability
KACO Gerätetechnik GmbH grants a guarantee of six
years on Powador inverters, starting from the date of
installation and max. 78 months after shipment by
KACO.
During this time, KACO Gerätetechnik GmbH
guarantees the proper function of the devices and free
repair in the event that a defect should occur which we
are accountable for.
Should your device show a defect or malfunction during
the guarantee period, please contact your
specialist dealer or, respectively, your installation
expert.
Guarantee claims shall be excluded in the following
cases:
- Use of the device for other than the intended use
(normal use)
- Improper use and installation that does not comply
with the required standards
- Improper operation
Caution!
Hazard of damage due to
unauthorized
modifications/manipulation! By no
means manipulate the inverter or
modify or change the inverter or any
other part of the installation!
Caution
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