Safety
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2.3 Basic safety instructions
These repair instructions form the basis for a systematic and
safety-conscious procedure for the repair of domestic appliances.
2.3.1 Measures to be taken for each repair
The following dangers are associated with the repair of domestic appliances:
• Danger of electric shock from exposed, live wires and components
• Risk of cut injuries from sharp edges
• Risk of destruction of electronic components by electrostatic discharge
Specific measures prevent injuries and damage. Service technicians are obliged to
take these measures for each repair.
Preventive measures
... against electric shock
When carrying out repairs:
• Disconnect appliance from power
supply.
When running tests with power supply
on:
• Use a residual-current-operated cir-
cuit-breaker.
• Select protective conductor connec-
tion less than standard value.
... to prevent cut injuries
• wear protective gloves.
... electronic components
• wear earthing wrist strap.
• Discharge capacitors.
Table 3: Measures to be taken for each repair
2.3.2 Measures to be taken after each repair
State of the appliance Measures
Appliance has been repaired and is
functionally reliable.
• Run tests in accordance with VDE
0701 or comparable national regula-
tions.
• Conduct a performance test.
• Document repair work, tests, mea-
sured values and functional reliabili-
ty.
Appliance is still defective and not func-
tionally reliable.
• Clearly identify appliance as "not
functionally reliable".
• Inform customer in writing about the
lack of functional safety.
Table 4: Measures to be taken after each repair
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