Polytec PDV-100, User Manual

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1 Safety Information
1.3 Information on Electrical Safety
PDV The instrument is designed to be used powered by a low voltage (nominal
12 V DC) provided externally, which is accessible for constructional reasons.
The instrument complies with the electrical protection class 1 in accordance
with the EU directive 2006/95/EEC (low voltage directive). With correct mains
connection and intended use, exposure to electric current is prevented by the
closed, grounded metal housing.
The instrument is subjected to the EU directive 2004 / 108 / EG (EMC directive)
and therefore complies with the limit values for emission and immunity of the
standards they are based on (refer also to
SECTION
7.1and
APPENDIX
C).
The housing may not be opened when using the instrument as intended.
Opening the housing will invalidate the warranty. None of the equipment may
be operated with opened housing.
WARNING!
Danger from electrical current ! Intervention for maintenance and repair work may only
be carried out by the manufacturer himself or by qualified personnel authorized by the
manufacturer !
Power supply To avoid the danger of an electrical shock or faults, only use the plug-in power
supply PDV-AC provided by the manufacturer. Do not expose the power
supply to rain and moisture.
It is not nesessary to open the housing when using the power supply as
intended. Always use the correct plug adapter.
Battery charger
(optional)
Lithium ion batteries require a very strict compliance with the charging
parameters. Thus only use the battery charger PDV-CH provided by Polytec.
Using any other battery chargers may result in fire or explosion of battery.
CAUTION!
Danger of overheating ! When loading the batteries it is recommended to open the cover
of the carrier bag to ensure unimpeded air circulation.