WARNING
High auxiliary voltages
High auxiliary voltages are still present even after shutdown. Touching live parts can result 
in death or serious injury.
● Observe the five safety rules when performing any work.
WARNING
Hazardous arcing
Hazards caused by arcing can occur as result of the following factors, for example:
● The input currents are exceeded
● Incorrectly dimensioned circuit breaker or transformers
● Incorrectly connected cables or cables that have not been connected
● Excessive pollution 
Arcing can result in death, serious injury or material damage.
● Make sure that the system is properly dimensioned and that the power cables are correctly 
connected. The maximum permissible input currents are listed in the "Technical 
specifications".
● Remove any excessive pollution.
WARNING
Live, moving or rotating parts 
Contact with the parts mentioned can result in death, serious physical injury or damage to 
property.
● Observe the instructions regarding installation and operation.
● Always take protective measures before touching any components.
● Do not remove any necessary covers.
WARNING
Hot component surfaces
Certain components (e.g. heat sinks and reactors) can become very hot during operation. 
These components can remain hot for a long time after operation. Contact can result in serious 
injury, such as skin burns.
● Do not touch hot components even after you have switched off the drive.
Safety information
2.4 Safe handling
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