Minebea Intec Signum 3 Ex, Operating Manual

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4 Signum 3 Ex
Warning and Safety Instructions
Warning and
Safety Instructions
Signum scales comply with the
European Council Directives as well
as international regulations and
standards for electrical equipment,
electromagnetic compatibility, and
the stipulated safety requirements�
§
Read these operating instructions
thoroughly before using your scale�
That way you will prevent damage to
the equipment�
!
Please observe the safety instructions,
of these operating instructions!
!
The display and control unit may
only be opened by authorized service
technicians who have been trained by
Minebea Intec and who follow Minebea
Intec’ standard operating procedures for
maintenance and repair work�
!
Make absolutely sure to unplug the
display and control unit from the
power supply before you connect or
disconnect any electronic peripheral
devices to or from the interface port�
!
The requirements pertaining to
applicable installation regulations
must be followed when using
electrical equipment in systems
and environmental conditions with
increased safety requirements�
– Disconnecting the ground conductor
is prohibited
– Note on installation:
The operator shall be responsible for
any modifications to Minebea Intec
equipment and for any connections of
cables or equipment not supplied by
Minebea Intec and must check and, if
necessary, correct these modifications
and connections�
Information on operational quality
is available on request from Minebea
Intec (in line with norms pertaining to
immunity)�
$ If there is visible damage to the
equipment or power cord, disconnect
the system from the power supply and
secure it against further use�
– Connect only Minebea Intec accessories
and options, as these are optimally
designed for use with your Signum
scale�
$
Do not unnecessarily expose the device
to aggressive chemical vapors or to
extreme temperatures, moisture, shocks,
or vibration�
– Clean your Signum scale only
in accordance with the cleaning
instructions (see “Care and
Maintenance”)�
$
If you have any problems with your
Signum scale: Contact your local
Minebea Intec office, dealer or service
center
�
IP Protection:
– The IP43 (or optional IP65) protection
rating for the display and control unit
is ensured only if the rubber gasket
is installed and all connections are
fastened securely (including the caps
on unused sockets)�
The system and equipment must be
installed and tested by a certified
technician�
– If you install an interface port after
setting up your Signum, keep the
protective cap(s) in a safe place to be
used for protecting the interface port
when not in use, or prior to shipment�
Do not leave the interface port
uncovered�
Please observe the safety instructions,
drawing 36953-750-16 in the appendix
of these operating instructions!
If you are not using a particular
connector, replace the cap to protect
the data interface from vapors, moisture
and dust or dirt�
Using the Equipment in Legal
Metrology:
– If the scale is to be verified, make sure
to observe the applicable regulations
regarding verification�
– If any of the verification seals are
damaged, make sure to observe the
national regulations and standards
applicable in your country in such
cases� In some countries, the equipment
must be re-verified�
Getting Started
Unpacking the Scale
§ After unpacking the equipment, please
check it immediately for any external
damage�
$ If you detect any damage, proceed as
directed in the chapter entitled “Care
and Maintenance" under “Safety
inspection�"
$ Save the box and all parts of the
packaging for any future transport�
Unplug all connected cables before
packing the equipment�
Equipment Supplied
– Complete scale
– Operating instructions
– Special accessories as listed on the bill
of delivery, if ordered
Installation
Choose a location that is not subject
to the following negative influences:
– Heat (heater or direct sunlight)
– Drafts from open windows and doors
– Extreme vibrations during weighing
– Extreme humidity
Acclimatization
Moisture in the air can condense on
cold surfaces whenever the equipment
is moved to a substantially warmer
place� Allow the device to acclimatize
for about 2 hours at room temperature,
leaving it unplugged from the power
supply�
Equipment Not In Use
Switch off the equipment when not in
use�
Getting Started