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Customer Support: T 00800-72 83 55 42 or • F +32 2 416 02 99
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4. Basic Safety Instructions
In order to ensure a safely operation of the OBU the following basic instructions must be followed:
1) Operating the OBU while driving is not permitted.
2) Danger caused by battery (rechargeable):
→ In compliance with EU Directives 94/9/EC (ATEX 95) and 2014/34/EU,
using the device in potentially explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
→ For use in potentially explosive atmospheres, an adaptation kit for permanent
power connection to the vehicle is available.
For more information, read the FAQ hereunder:
Will there be an extra ATEX-OBU for vehicles transporting explosive goods / goods in
explosive environments, or is there a specific OBU which is ATEX-certified?
Satellic's default model is powered by the cigarette lighter socket. In case a permanent
power connection is required, cable kits will be available to set up a fixed connection to
the vehicle’s central power system. For more information please consult the Fixed
Installation Guide (permanently connected to the vehicle’s power supply).
→ Do not expose the rechargeable battery to temperatures above 85°C.
The battery may leak or ignite.
→ Do not open the battery compartment.
3) Danger caused by obstructed line of sight:
→ Mount the OBU onto the windscreen in such a way that
the driver‘s view on the road is not obstructed.
→ Do not cover any air vents.
4) Danger caused by the OBU falling off:
→ The windscreen area where the device is fixed must be clean,
dry and free from grease and oil.
→ The suction cups must be clean, attached correctly
and firmly stuck to the windscreen.
5) Danger caused by obstructed line of sight:
→ Observe a minimum distance of 25 cm between the OBU
and medical devices such as heart pacemakers.
If there are any doubts, please contact Satellic’s Customer Support on 00800-72835542
(= 00800-SATELLIC) from within Belgium and its neighbouring countries. From the rest of Europe, dial
+3224160416.