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Safety
2.1 Basic safety instructions
The following basic safety instructions and the warning
notes are an essential part of this manual and are of
fundamental importance for handling the product.
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Ensure that the product corresponds to the static
requirements on-site prior to every assembly and
installation.
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Ensure that the building corresponds to the increased
static requirements due to the PV unit, prior to every
mounting and installation.
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Observe occupational health and safety regulations
of the employer‘s liability insurance association.
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Wear a hard hat, protective gloves and safety shoes.
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A second person must be present during the entire
installation process, to give assistance in the event
of an accident.
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A copy of this installation manual must be kept in
the direct vicinity of the unit.
2.2 Working on roofs
When working on roofs, note the following instructions:
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Pay attention to accident prevention regulations for
working on roofs. If appropriate, use a barrier to protect
against falling parts.
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In line with accident prevention regulations, work on
roofs should be carried out using safety harnesses
for individuals or safety scaffolding.
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Observe the relevant local safety regulations.
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Before stepping on to the roof, check the load-bearing
capability of all parts which are under stress.
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Use fall protection.
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Use protective equipment to guard against falling
even when carrying out short jobs.
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Do not carry materials on to the roof via ladders,
but rather use suitable lifting gear.
2.3 Warnings
The warning notes used in this manual identify safety
related information. They consist of:
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Warning symbol (pictograph)
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Indicator word to denote the danger level
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Information about type and source of the danger
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Information about possible consequences if the
danger is not observed
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Measures for avoiding the danger and for preventing
injuries or property damages
The heading of the warning notes identifies one of the
following danger levels:
Denotes a potential risk which may
lead to physical injury and property
damage.
CAUTION
Denotes a potentially dangerous
situation which may lead to moder-
ate to serious physical injury and
property damage.
WARNING
Denotes a major risk, failure to
observe which could lead to serious
injury or death.
DANGER
