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Initial Inspection – Warnings
When unpacking the instrument, make sure that the
KONSTANTER and all included accessories are fully intact and
have not been damaged during transport.
Unpacking
•
Other than the usual care exercised in handling electronic
equipment, no additional precautions are required when
unpacking the instrument.
•
The KONSTANTER is delivered in recyclable packaging, which
provides for adequate protection during transport as substan-
tiated by testing. If the instrument is repacked at a later point
in time, the same packaging or its equivalent must be used.
Visual inspection
•
Compare the order number or type designation included on
the packaging and/or the serial plate with the particulars
shown in the shipping documents.
•
Make sure that all accessory components have been included
(see
chapter 14 “Options and Accessories”).
•
Inspect the packaging, as well as mechanical instrument and
accessory components for possible transport damage.
Complaints
If damage is discovered, immediately file a claim with the freight
forwarder (save the packaging!). If other defects are detected or in
the event that service is required, inform your local representative,
or contact us directly at the address included on the last page of
this handbook.
Use for Intended Purpose
Use of the KONSTANTER for its intended purpose is only fulfilled if
the instrument is used in accordance with the stipulations set
forth in the respective operating instructions, and is operated
within the specified power limits. The Konstanter may only be
used by persons with appropriate technical knowledge, or who
have received appropriate instruction.
In order to prevent danger during use, shock-proof connector
cables must be used when connecting power consumers. The
KONSTANTER’s output values (U, I) must be adjusted such that
no danger of overloading or destruction exists for the connected
power consumer.
Only then can the safety of the user, the instrument and the
device under test or the power consumer be assured.
Warnings and Safety Precautions
The KONSTANTER has been manufactured and tested in accord-
ance with the electrical safety regulations listed under Technical
Data as a safety class I device, and has been shipped from the
factory in flawless technical safety condition. In order to maintain
this condition and to assure safe operation, users must observe
all notes and warnings included in these operating instructions.
Attention!
!
A note concerning operation, practical advice or other
information which must be adhered to in order to prevent
damage to the
KONSTANTER
, and to assure correct
operation.
Warning!
An operating procedure, practical advice or other
information which must be adhered to in order to assure
safe operation of the
KONSTANTER
, and to prevent
personal injury.
The most important warnings are summarized below.
Warning!
Protective Grounding, PE Connection
The KONSTANTER may only be placed into operation
after the protective conductor has been connected.
Interruption or disconnection of the protective conductor
may result in
danger for the user.
The device is connected to the mains by means of a 3
conductor cable with mains plug.
Warning!
Opening the Housing Covers
Remove the mains plug from the outlet before opening
the housing. When the housing covers are opened,
voltage conducting parts may be exposed. Any contact
with these exposed conductive parts is life endangering.
For this reason, the instrument may only be opened by
trained personnel who are familiar with the dangers
involved.
Warning!
Repair by Trained Personnel
Maintenance and repair work, as well as internal
balancing, may only be performed by trained personnel
who are familiar with the respective functions, and the
dangers involved.
After the instrument has been disconnected from the
mains, wait approximately 5 minutes in order to allow the
capacitors to discharge themselves to safe voltage levels.
Warning!
Replacing Fuses
Only specified fuse types with the specified nominal cur-
rent rating may be used to replace blown fuses (see
Technical Data and specifications on the serial plate).
Manipulation of the fuses and/or the fuse holder is
prohibited.
Attention!
!
Impaired Safety
If it can be assumed that safe operation is no longer
possible, the KONSTANTER must be
removed from ser-
vice and secured against inadvertent use. Safe
operation is no longer possible:
– If the KONSTANTER demonstrates visible damage or
transport damage
– If the KONSTANTER no longer functions
– After lengthy periods of storage under conditions
which deviate from the specified storage conditions
Significance of Symbols
Indicates EC conformity
This instrument fulfills the requirements of applicable European
and national EC directives. This is confirmed by means of the CE
mark. A corresponding declaration of conformity can be requested
from GMC-I Messtechnik GmbH.
Observe ESDS guidelines
Warning concerning a point of danger
(attention: observe documentation!)
The device may not be disposed of with the trash.
Further information regarding the WEEE mark can be
accessed at www.gossenmetrawatt.com by entering
the search term WEEE.
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