
VAA · Edition 09.21
EN-9
DesIGneD LIFetIMe
This information on the designed lifetime is based on
using the product in accordance with these operat-
ing instructions. Once the designed lifetime has been
reached, safety-relevant products must be replaced.
Designed lifetime (based on date of manufacture) in
accordance with EN 13611, EN 161 for VAA:
type
Designed lifetime
switching
cycles
time (years)
VAA 115 to
225
500,000
10
VAA 232 to
365
200,000
10
You can find further explanations in the applicable
rules and regulations and on the afecor website (www.
afecor.org).
This procedure applies to heating systems. For ther-
moprocessing equipment, observe local regulations.
LoGIstICs
transport
Protect the unit from external forces (blows, shocks,
vibration).
Transport temperature: see page 7 (Technical data).
Transport is subject to the ambient conditions de-
scribed.
Report any transport damage on the unit or packaging
without delay.
Check that the delivery is complete.
storage
Storage temperature: see page 7 (Technical data).
Storage is subject to the ambient conditions described.
Storage time: 6 months in the original packaging before
using for the first time. If stored for longer than this, the
overall service life will be reduced by the corresponding
amount of extra storage time.
CeRtIFICAtIon
Declaration of conformity
We, the manufacturer, hereby declare that the prod-
ucts VAA comply with the requirements of the listed
Directives and Standards.
Directives:
– 2014/35/EU – LVD
– 2014/30/EU – EMC
– 2011/65/EU – RoHS II
– 2015/863/EU – RoHS III
Standards:
– based on EN 161
Elster GmbH
Scan of the Declaration of conformity (D, GB) – see
www.docuthek.com
eurasian Customs Union
The product VAA meets the technical specifications
of the Eurasian Customs Union.
ReACH Regulation
The device contains substances of very high concern
which are listed in the Candidate List of the European
REACH Regulation No. 1907/2006. See Reach list
HTS at www.docuthek.com.
China RoHs
Directive on the restriction of the use of hazardous sub-
stances (RoHS) in China. Scan of the Disclosure Table
China RoHS2, see certificates at www.docuthek.com.
DIsPosAL
Devices with electronic components:
Weee Directive 2012/19/eU – Waste electrical
and electronic equipment Directive
At the end of the product life (number of op-
erating cycles reached), dispose of the pack-
aging and product in a corresponding recycling
centre. Do not dispose of the unit with the usu-
al domestic refuse. Do not burn the product.
On request, old units may be returned carriage paid
to the manufacturer in accordance with the relevant
waste legislation requirements.