SOMMER RDC Vision+ - General Safety Instructions; Basic Safety Instructions for Operation

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2.1 Basic safety instructions
for operation
Follow the basic safety instructions listed below. The
control unit must not be used by persons with restricted
physical, sensory or mental capacity or who lack
experience and knowledge. All users must be specially
instructed and have read and understood the installation
and operating instructions. Persons under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medications that can influence their
ability to react may not work on the control unit. Children
must never play with or use the control unit, even under
supervision. Children must be kept clear of the control unit.
Handheld transmitters or other command devices must
never be given to children. Handheld transmitters must
be safely stored and protected against unintended and
unauthorised use.
Danger if not observed!
Serious injury or death may result if safety instructions are
not observed.
► It is imperative to comply with all safety instructions!
Danger due to electric current!
Contactwithlivepartsmayresultinelectriccurrentowing
through the body. Electric shock, burns, or death may
result.
► All work on electrical components must be carried out
byqualiedpersonnel!
► Disconnect the mains plug before working on the
device!
► If an accumulator is used, disconnect it from the control
unit!
► Check that the device is disconnected from the voltage
supply!
► Secure it against being switched back on!
► Before commissioning, it is essential to ensure that the
specicationsonthetypeplatesoftheoperatorand
the control unit match.
► Allelectricalwiresmustbettedtightlyandsecured
against shifting.
► In case of a three-phase current connection, make sure
that the direction of rotation is clockwise.
► Installationswithaxedmainsconnectionrequirean
all-phase mains circuit breaker with appropriate fuses.
► Regularly check power cables and wires for insulation
defects or cracks. If a fault is detected, take the system
out of operation immediately and repair the damage.
► Beforeswitchingonforthersttime,makesurethat
all plug-in terminals are in their correct positions.
2. General safety instructions
Danger due to use of the control unit with incorrect
settings or when it is in need of repair!
If the control unit is used despite incorrect settings or if
it is in need of repair, severe injury or death may result.
► The control unit may only be used with the required
settings and in the proper condition.
► Have faults repaired professionally without delay.
Danger caused by hazardous substances!
Improper storage, use or disposal of accumulators,
batteries and components of the control unit are dangerous
for the health of humans and animals.
► Store accumulators and batteries out of the reach
of children and animals.
► Keep batteries and accumulators away from chemical
andthermalinuences.
► Do not recharge batteries and defective accumulators.
► All components of the control unit, including old
accumulators and batteries, must be disposed of
correctly and not with household waste.
Danger for trapped persons!
Persons may be trapped inside the garage. If trapped
persons cannot free themselves, severe injury or death
may result.
► Test the operation of the manual emergency release
(if installed) regularly from inside and if necessary,
also from outside.
Danger caused by components projecting into publicly
accessible areas!
Parts must not project into public roads or footpaths.
This also applies while the door is moving. Persons and
animals may be seriously injured.
► Keep public roads and footpaths clear of projecting
parts.
Danger due to being pulled in!
Persons or animals in the movement area of the door may
be trapped and pulled along with the door. Severe or fatal
injuries may result.
► Keep clear of the movement area of the door.
Danger of crushing and shearing!
If the door moves and there are persons or animals in the
movement area, crushing and shearing injuries may be
caused by the mechanism and safety edges of the door.
► Only operate the door when you have a direct view of
the movement area.
► The danger zone must be visible during the entire door
operation.
► Never enter the range of movement of the door.
► Keep persons and animals away from the danger zone.
► Never reach into moving mechanical components while
the door is moving.