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Safety Instructions
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2 Safety Instructions
The Brake Transistor Monitor is designed and constructed with state-of-the-art
technology in accordance with recognized safety rules and regulations. Improper use of
this device may cause hazards to life and limb of the user or third-parties, or damage to
the application and other material property.
The following safety instructions have been created by KEB America, Inc. for the Brake
Transistor Monitor. These instructions can be supplemented by local, country- or
application-specific safety instructions where relevant.
Violation of the safety instructions in this manual will result in the loss of any liability
claims.
NOTICE
Stay Safe! Stay Informed!
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Read the instruction manual prior to operating the device!
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Follow all safety and warning instructions!
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If you are unsure of any part of these instructions, please contact
KEB prior to operating the device!
2.1 Target Audience
This manual is intended exclusively for the use of qualified electrical/mechanical
technicians. Qualified technicians for the purpose of this document must meet the
following:
•
Must have fully read and understood the safety instructions contained in this
manual.
• Must be familiar with the installation and assembly of electrical products.
• Must be familiar with the installation and operation of the product as specified in
this manual.
→ See the Installation chapter for details.
• Must fully understand the specified application of the product.
→ See the Specified Application section for details.
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Must be familiar with the hazards and risks of electrical drive technology.
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Must be familiar with appropriate electrical and safety codes:
o
US:
NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC)
o Canada: Canadian Electric Code, C22 Part 1 (CEC)
o
US & Canada : B44.1-19/ASME A17.5-2019 Elevator and Escalator Electrical
Equipment
• Must be familiar with national safety regulations (e.g. OSHA Title 29 CFR):
→ See the Standards for Brake Transistor Monitor section for details.
2.2 Specified Application
The operational reliability of the Brake Transistor Monitor is only guaranteed when the
device is used for the specified application. In this context, specified application means
the purpose for which the monitor was ordered and configured.
Any use of the monitor outside of this specified application is considered at the user’s
own risk. Such unintended uses may pose unforeseeable risks or hazards. KEB
America, Inc. retains no liability for any damage or injury resulting from the use of a
Brake Transistor Monitor outside of the specified application.