Comfort Panels 
Operating Instructions, 07/2017, A5E36770603-AB 
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General safety instructions 
Open equipment and the Machinery Directive 
 
 
The device constitutes open equipment on the back side 
The device constitutes open equipment on the back side. This means that the device may 
only be integrated in an enclosure or cabinet which provides front access for operating the 
device. The enclosure, the cabinet or the electrical operating rooms must provide protection 
against electric shock and the spread of fire. The requirements regarding the mechanical 
strength must also be considered. 
Access to the enclosure or cabinet in which the device is installed should only be possible 
by means of a key or tool and for trained and qualified personnel. 
Electrocution risk when control cabinet is open 
When you open the control cabinet, there may be a dangerous voltage at certain areas or 
components. 
Touching these areas or components can cause electrocution. 
Always disconnect the cabinet from the mains before opening it. 
The device may only be used in machines which comply with the Machinery Directive 
The Machinery Directive specifies precautions to be taken when commissioning and 
operating machinery within the European Economic Area. 
Failure to follow these precautions is a breach of the Machinery Directive. Such failure may 
also cause personal injury and damage depending on the machine operated. 
The machine in which the HMI device is to be operated must conform to Directive 
2006/42/EC.