Nortec GS - Installation; 5.1 General

15Installation
Nortec GS
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5 Installation
5.1 General
Strictly observe all instructions and perform all tasks (including the mounting of the unit and connection
of the gas, ue gas, water, steam and power supplies) as described in this manual.
Adhere to all local and national codes dealing with gas, combustion air, ue gas, water, steam and
electrical installations. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform to the ANSI Z223.1,
National Fuel Gas Code, and/or CSA B149.1 codes.
Nortec does not accept any liability for installation of humidication equipment by unqualied personnel,
or the use of equipment/parts that are not authorized by Nortec.
Personnel Qualications
All installation work must be performed only by licensed personnel authorized by the customer. It is the
customer’s responsibility to verify qualications of the personnel.
Safety
Observe the following safety precautions:
DANGER!
Risk of explosion and re!
The Nortec GS is a gas-red humidier. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service,
maintenance or use can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, explosion, re or other hazards
that can cause serious injury, death or property damage. If assistance is required, contact a
qualied installer, service agency or your local gas supplier.
Use only factory-authorized and listed kits or accessories when installing or modifying this
appliance.
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock!
The Nortec GS humidier is mains powered. Live parts may be exposed when the access
panels are removed. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even death.
Prevention: The Nortec GS humidier must be connected to the mains only after all installation
work has been completed, checked for correct workmanship, and the access panels are installed
properly and fastened securely.
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to internal components from electrostatic discharge (ESD)!
The electronic components inside the humidier are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
(ESD).
Prevention: Take appropriate measures to protect the electronic components inside the unit against
damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Refer to ANSI/ESD-S20.20.