Check that no stringers are damaged when selecting the location for the
sensor installation. Check for furniture, floor boards, boxes, cables, etc.
Solvent vapors may be produced when working with sealants. Provide
sufficient ventilation. Respect the recommendations given by the sealant
manufacturer.
Use insulated tools if you must work without disconnecting the power
supply.
The electrical connections of the compass indicating instrument and the
cables connected to the unit must be protected against direct contact or
damage.
Capacitors in the equipment could still be charged, even if the power
supply of the unit has been disconnected.
Use cables with sufficient insulation thickness or voltage rating, and pro-
tect the connections against direct contact.
Electrically conducting parts of the connected consumers shall also be
protected against direct contact by adequate measures. The use of non-
insulated wires and contacts is strictly forbidden.
Safety instructions concerning the maintenance:
Repairs of the compass system components shall only be made by spe-
cialists authorized by VDO Kienzle. The VDO Compass meets the corre-
sponding safety regulations.
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