Energist UltraPlus VPL™ System
User Manual
SD1-43 Issue 3 (CCF 296)
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2.5 Electrical Safety
WARNING
ONLY MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDED COMPONENTS AND
ACCESSORIES ARE TO BE USED WITH THE
ENERGIST UltraPlus
SYSTEM
.
ANY NON-STANDARD COMPONENTS USED WILL INVALIDATE
THE WARRANTY AND WILL FAIL TO COMPLY WITH ANY LOCAL
REGULATIONS.
ANY UNAUTHORISED SERVICE OR PARTS MAY RESULT IN A
SAFETY HAZARD AND DEGRADATION IN PERFORMANCE.
The manufacturer of the Energist UltraPlus system has made every effort to
ensure the personal safety of all its users by incorporating as many safety
features as possible. However, it is still the responsibility of every user to
safely use the Energist UltraPlus system and follow the guidelines stated.
There are two distinct electrical hazards associated with the Energist
UltraPlus system, namely:
•
Mains
Inputs
•
Derived
Supplies
2.5.1 MAINS INPUT
This refers to the main supply of energy from the plug in the wall, and
will either be 110 or 240 Volts. This supply is known as Alternating
Current (AC) and will have a frequency of either 50 or 60 Hertz (Hz). To
protect all users from this supply the Energist UltraPlus system is
earthed through the mains cable. To avoid any possibility of electric
shock the mains cable must only be plugged into a suitably wired mains
point. Do not plug the Energist UltraPlus system in via a multi-plug or
extension block. The metal case is then earth bonded to further protect
users in the event of an electrical fault.
Do not remove panels or casings if you are not qualified to do so!
2.5.2 DERIVED SUPPLIES
Within the Energist UltraPlus system there are a number of components
that store the mains input and convert it to a higher voltage. These
voltages, known as Derived Voltages, can be in the order of 20,000 Volts
(20kV). Even when the mains have been turned off, a residual charge
may still be present and can be potentially very dangerous.
2.5.3 FIRE HAZARDS
Fires can occur within electrical equipment, therefore it is imperative that
you have the appropriate ‘electrical’ fire extinguisher in the room where the
Energist UltraPlus system is being used. More information regarding
appropriate fire extinguishers will be available from your local Fire Officer.
•
Do not use water around electrical equipment
