Safety
Operating Manual PNOZ m ES RS232
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3.3
Safety regulations
3.3.1
Use of qualified personnel
The products may only be assembled, installed, programmed, commissioned, operated,
maintained and decommissioned by competent persons.
A competent person is someone who, because of their training, experience and current pro-
fessional activity, has the specialist knowledge required to test, assess and operate the
work equipment, devices, systems, plant and machinery in accordance with the general
standards and guidelines for safety technology.
It is the company’s responsibility only to employ personnel who
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Are familiar with the basic regulations concerning health and safety / accident prevention,
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Have read and understood the information provided in this description under "Safety",
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And have a good knowledge of the generic and specialist standards applicable to the
specific application.
3.3.2
Warranty and liability
All claims to warranty and liability will be rendered invalid if
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The product was used contrary to the purpose for which it is intended,
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Damage can be attributed to not having followed the guidelines in the manual,
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Operating personnel are not suitably qualified,
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Any type of modification has been made (e.g. exchanging components on the PCB
boards, soldering work etc.).
3.3.3
Disposal
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When decommissioning, please comply with local regulations regarding the disposal of
electronic devices (e.g. Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act).
3.3.4
For your safety
The unit meets all the necessary conditions for safe operation. However, you should always
ensure that the following safety requirements are met:
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This operating manual only describes the basic functions of the unit. The expanded func-
tions are described in the PNOZmulti Configurator's online help. Only use these functions
once you have read and understood the documentations.
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Do not open the housing or make any unauthorised modifications.
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Please make sure you shut down the supply voltage when performing maintenance work
(e.g. exchanging contactors).