ADB Safegate RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting Platform III, User Manual

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1.0 Safety
Introduction to Safety
This section contains general safety instructions for installing and using ADB SAFEGATE equipment. Some safety instructions
may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this
manual where appropriate.
1.1 Safety Instructions for airfield lighting systems
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Systems are operated from the mains with electrical voltages that are dangerous when touched. Maintenance and
installation work on products and systems must be carried out only by properly trained personnel.
Note
Briefing, training and qualifications of the personnel involved, plus occupational safety, are the operator’s
responsibility.
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Before beginning work, the power supply must be switched off and secured against unintended restarting.
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The instructions provided in the technical documents must be complied with.
Note
These instructions contain information relevant to protection of the user, the maintenance personnel and other
persons, objects in the surroundings of the equipment, and for proper operation.
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Important instructions are specially designated as such. These instructions must be meticulously followed to avoid
accidents and damage to the equipment.
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Actions described in ICAO Airport Services Manual Part 9, "Airport Maintenance Practices" and FAA Advisory Circular AC
150/5340-26 "Maintenance of Airport Visual Aid Facilities" must be complied with.
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As a basic principle, during all works on electrical systems and equipment the accident prevention regulations laid down
by the Employers’ Liability Insurance Association must be complied with. This applies particularly for Accident Prevention
Regulations BGV A3 (formerly VBG4) Electrical systems and Equipment, Employers’ Liability Insurance Association’s
Instructions for Health and Safety at Work, Employers’ Liability Insurance Association for Precision Engineering and
Electrical Engineering BGFE.
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Work on airport lighting systems must, in accordance with EN 61821 (VDE 0161 Part 103), be carried out only by
appropriately qualified personnel. Accordingly, all persons performing such work must possess relevant and documented
training as well as fit-for-purpose experience and technical knowledge.
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Read installation instructions before starting installation.
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Contact ADB Safegate if you have any questions.
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Check warranty conditions for respective products. For further information visit adbsafegate.com/product-center/services-
and-training/services-americas/warranty/ or adbsafegate.com/product-center/services-and-training/services-americas/
product-returns/
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