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2. Safety instructions
2.1 Intended use
The VG12 safety distributor is intended for guaranteeing the protective measure "Pro-
tective separation with insulation monitoring and disconnection" according to
DIN VDE 0100-410, DIN VDE 0100-551 and GW 308 of the DVGW (German Association of
Gas and Water Line e.V.) and thus for the safe operation of mobile power generators.
The VG12 safety distributor is suitable for the direct connection to single-phase power
generators. The total load current must not exceed 16 A with respect to the plug of the
input cable.
The chapter "System description" lists the requirements to be fulfilled in order to be
able to apply the protective measure.
2.2 Work activities on electrical installations
Only electrically skilled persons are permitted to carry out the work necessary to
install, commission and run a device or system.
Compliance with applicable regulations governing work on electrical installations
and with the regulations derived from and associated with them, is mandatory.
EN 50110 is of particular importance in this regard.
If the device is being used in a location outside the Federal Republic of Germany,
the applicable local standards and regulations must be complied with. The Euro-
pean standard EN 50110 can be used as a guide.
WARNING
Danger as a result of unprofessional work!
Any work on electrical installations which is not carried out properly can
lead to death and injury! Therefore, observe the following safety
instructions!