B&R Industrial Automation GmbH Power Panel 65, User Manual

Page: 10 / 112

General information • Safety guidelines
10 Power Panel 65 User's manual V2.21
1.2.7 Operation
1.2.7.1 Protection against touching electrical parts
To operate programmable logic controllers, operating and monitoring devices, and uninterruptible power supplies,
certain components must carry dangerous voltage levels over 42 VDC. Touching one of these parts can result in
a life-threatening electric shock. This could lead to death, severe injury or damage to property.
Before turning on the programmable logic controller, operating/monitoring devices or uninterruptible power supply,
the housing must be properly grounded (PE rail). Ground connections must be established even when testing or
operating operating/monitoring devices or the uninterruptible power supply for a short time!
Before switching on the device, all parts that carry voltage must be securely covered. During operation, all covers
must remain closed.
1.2.7.2 Environmental conditions - Dust, moisture, corrosive gases
The use of operating/monitoring devices (e.g. industrial PCs, Power Panels, Mobile Panels, etc.) and uninterruptible
power supplies in very dusty environments should be avoided. Dust collection on the devices can affect functionality
and may prevent sufficient cooling, especially in systems with active cooling systems (fans).
The presence of corrosive gases can also lead to malfunctions. When combined with high temperature and hu-
midity, corrosive gases – e.g. with sulfur, nitrogen and chlorine components – can induce chemical reactions that
can damage electronic components very quickly. Signs of the presence of corrosive gases are blackened copper
surfaces and cable ends on existing equipment.
For operation in dusty or moist conditions, correctly installed (e.g. cutout installations) operating/monitoring devices
like the Automation Panel or Power Panel are protected on the front. The back of all devices must be protected
from dust and moisture and cleaned at suitable intervals.
1.2.7.3 Viruses and dangerous programs
This system is subject to potential risk each time data is exchanged or software is installed from a data medium
(e.g. diskette, CD-ROM, USB flash drive, etc.), a network connection or the Internet. The user is responsible for
assessing these dangers, implementing preventive measures such as virus protection programs, firewalls, etc. and
making sure that software is only obtained from trusted sources.
1.2.8 Environmentally friendly disposal
All B&R programmable controllers, operating/monitoring devices and uninterruptible power supplies are designed
to inflict as little harm as possible on the environment.
1.2.8.1 Separation of materials
It is necessary to separate different materials so the device can undergo an environmentally friendly recycling
process.
Component Disposal
Programmable logic controllers
Operating/Monitoring devices
Uninterruptible power supply
Batteries and rechargeable batteries
Cables
Electronics recycling
Cardboard box / Paper packaging Cardboard box / Paper recycling
Plastic packaging Plastic recycling
Disposal must comply with applicable legal regulations.