Safety instructions
2.2 General safety instructions
SIMATIC IPC347G
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Operating Instructions, 10/2020, A5E50059993-AA
Risk of physical injury
CAUTION
Risk of physical injury
The device is heavy. When the device falls down, it can be damaged and personal injury may
result.
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Use the handles on the front panel to carry and lift the device.
Risk due to electric shock
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
The on/off button and on/off switch do not fully disconnect the device from the mains.
There is also a risk of fire if the device or connecting lines are damaged.
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Always fully disconnect the device from the mains voltage before performing work on
the device or when the device will not be used over an extended period of time.
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For control cabinet mounting: Use a central, easily accessible AC circuit breaker close to
the device, if possible.
Risk of lightning strikes
DANGER
Risk of lightning strikes
A lightning flash may enter the mains cables and data transmission cables and jump to a
person.
Death, serious injury and burns may result from the lightning strikes.
Death or serious bodily injury can result.
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Disconnect the device from the power supply in good time when a thunderstorm is
approaching.
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Do not touch power cables and data transmission cables during a thunderstorm.
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Keep sufficient distance from electric cables, distributors and systems.