Matrix 6/816 Installation Manual
Page 34 RINS546-10
5. SAFETY & APPROVALS
SAFETY
1. A technically competent person must carry out the mains installation in accordance with the
national and local electrical installation regulations
2. Protective Earth: This equipment must be earthed/grounded
3. Functional Earth: Must be connected to earth terminal to allow the equipment to operate
correctly. Has no safety implications.
4. Connect the unit to a single pole, unswitched, 3 Amp fused spur, using 0.75mm
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cable. If the
Neutral cannot be positively identified use a double pole disconnect version.
5. Always remove / isolate the mains supply before carrying out any servicing of the panel.
6. Fuses: For continued protection against the risk of fire, replace only with the same type and
rating of fuse.
7. There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment.
8. This unit should be mounted so that there will be no outside access to the electrical cable entry
point
9. Ventilation: To ensure the correct airflow, always mount the unit vertically with the unit having
a clear space on all sides. It must not be covered by clothes, furnishings, boxes, etc. It must not
be mounted close to, or above, heat radiating sources.
10. On completion of wiring, use tie-wraps to prevent any loose wires causing a safety hazard.
11. The mechanical mounting of the unit must be secure enough to carry the full weight of the unit
including all batteries.
12. Batteries: Ensure that the battery terminal connections will not create an electrical short-circuit
on the case metalwork when the unit is closed. Use insulated battery lead connectors.
13. Dispose of old batteries as required by environmental legislation / recommendations.
14. The battery case must have a flame-retardant rating of UL94-V2/V1/V0 – IEC60950:2000
15. Water: The equipment must be kept free from dampness, water and any other liquids. It is only
suitable for installation indoors.
ICONS
Protective Earth Must be connected to the electrical installation earth / ground
Protective
Bonding
Must be connected to the equipment protective earth terminal
Functional Earth
Must be connected to earth terminal to allow the equipment to
operate correctly. Has no safety implications.
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