Ropex CIRUS UPT-6400 - 3 Safety; Safety Regulations; How Warnings Are Structured

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3 Safety
3.1 Safety regulations
Always read the safety regulations carefully before using the device!
Install device
Installation, startup and work on the device may be carried out only by qualified pro-
fessionals. The persons must be familiar with the inherent dangers and warranty con-
ditions.
 Install the device according to generally accepted engineering standards.
Preventing electric
shock
Line voltage is being applied to the electrical connections. This can cause electric
shock.
 Before beginning any work, switch off the voltage supply and secure it to prevent it
from being switched on again.
 Protect the device from humidity.
Requirements at
installation site
The device can malfunction or be damaged if the temperature is too high or too low, or
if the humidity is too high.
 Install the device indoors in a dry room that is always frost-free.
 Never install the device outdoors.
 Comply with the ambient temperature indicated on the ID plate and in the applica-
ble documentation.
 Protect the device from liquids and sustained high humidity. Never allow conden-
sation to form in the device.
 Never cover the device with any objects.
 Comply with the specified minimum distance between devices.
Safe operation of the
device
 Operate the device only fully assembled and installed.
 Make sure that the device is undamaged, complete and correctly assembled.
 In addition to these device instructions, observe the prohibition, warning and
mandatory signs on the device.
3.2 How warnings are structured
These instructions contain various warnings of varying degrees, each preceded by a
symbol or signal word. The symbol and the signal word indicate the hazard level.
How warnings are structured
Warnings that precede an action to be taken are shown as follows:
DANGER
Type and source of hazard
Explanation of type and source of hazard / description of consequences
 Measures to avert the hazard
Meaning of signal words
Signal Definition
DANGER Imminent risk of casualties or serious injury, if the hazard
cannot be averted.
WARNING Possible risk of serious injury, if the hazard cannot be
averted.