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Safety instructions
These installation instructions refer to prefabricated elements, that (1) for
100% are made from parts, which are defined by us, and (2) which are
made in manufacturing processes, which are defined by us too; in all other
cases we do not provide any guarantee!
The safety instructions as well as the appropriate instructions must be
read carefully before installation and use. In case of non-observance of
the directions and information given in these instructions and in case of
improper installation and operation or unintended use, the manufacturer
shall not accept any warranty claims concerning any damage to the
product. In these cases the liability for consequential damage to any parts
or persons is ruled out as well.
- Follow the described installation steps and pay attention to
recommendations and notes.
- Keep these instructions in a safe place.
- All installation and removal works, as well as maintenance and repair
works are only allowed to be carried out by authorised and qualified
specialist staff.
- If switching, automatic or radio control devices are used to operate the
units, the information given in the enclosed instructions of the
manufacturer must be observed.
- During operation do not put your hand into or touch movable parts.
- Ensure that clothing or body parts cannot get caught on the unit.
- Observe the regulations for prevention of accidents of the employer's
liability insurance association!
- Before operation check the unit for visible damage. If the unit is
damaged, it should not be used; please consult authorized specialist
staff immediately.
- Risk of injury and accident due to the weight of the product!
- Take safety measures against the danger of squashing, especially
when operating the unit with automatic devices.
- Place the operating switch within sight of the unit, but not near any of
the moving parts.
- Never let children play with the unit.
Danger of suffocation!
Ensure that the foil cannot get into the hands of children. Keep the foil in a
safe place.
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Safe working practices
The electrical installation must take place in accordance with VDE
0100 or the statutory provisions and standards of the respective
country and must be performed by an authorised electrically skilled
person. This person must observe the enclosed installation
information of the provided electrical equipment.
If you intend to perform work on building facades on which motor
operated sun protection products are installed,
- switch the unit to zero-potential first!
- ensure that the unit is sufficiently secured against unauthorised or
accidental restart!
- at any rate, use appropriate safety equipment for personal protection!
- never deposit any objects in the movement range of an automatically
controlled mechanical system!
States of risks, malfunctions and material damage on the unit may
arise due to improperly performed installation, connection, repair or
maintenance work!
- Such work must only be performed by the service or authorised
specialists!
- Only use spare / replacement parts that are approved by the unit
manufacturer for maintenance or repairs.
States of risks, malfunctions and material damage on the unit may
arise due to separating connections during operation! All
connections are required for the proper operation of the control.
- Hence, switch the entire unit to zero-potential prior to plugging in or
disconnecting the connection lines!
Installation, connection, commissioning or operation by an
insufficiently skilled and informed person can cause severe damage
to the unit or even personal damage!
- Installation and commissioning must therefore be performed by
appropriately trained specialists only! This personnel must be capable
of recognising risks arising from mechanical, electric or electronic
equipment.
- This specialist must know and understand the content of the present
instructions!
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It must be ensured that the sun protection product is only operated via the
corresponding electronic control device. Manipulations by third parties
must be ruled out. It must be ensured that the sun protection product is not
blocked by any objects.
Retrofitting and modifications
Retrofitting or modifications are not permitted. They could impair the
safety of the unit or reduce its efficiency! The possible
consequences could be death, severe or minor injuries, material or
environmental damage.
Observance of regulations and rules
The building owner is responsible for the observance of statutory rules and
country-specific provisions on site.
Units with motor drive:
The drives and control units used are operated with a voltage of
230 V AC/50 Hz or 24 DC. Please check the power supply provided by
your utility company before connecting. Any other voltage can destroy the
drives.
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Winter operation:
Snow or ice can destroy the unit. The unit may only be operated, if no ice
or snow is lying on the unit.
During this time automatic control devices must be switched to
manual operation.
The pergola VENTUR is not designed as snow shelter and is therefore not
suited for snow loads. In case of snowfall, the slats must be turned into a
vertical position (90°) to minimize the build-up of snow. It is necessary to
remove the snow from the slats.
Move the vertical shading unit to the upper end position and put it out of
operation.
You will find additional information in the chapter “Intended use”.
Operation in case of frost:
The slats must be turned up at temperatures below freezing point/frost
(opening angle approx. 90°) so that accumulated rainwater in the slat
profile can drain off more easily.
Frozen rainwater inside the slat can damage the slat profile!
Furthermore, the individual slats can stick together when frozen and
thus damage the system.
During this time automatic control devices must be switched to
manual operation.
