Thank you for choosing a LEROY-SOMER generator.
This manual applies to the GEARLEC / TRACTELEC which you have just purchased.
The latest in a new generation of alternators, this range benefits from the experience of one of the world's largest manufacturers,
using advanced technology and implementing rigorous quality control.
We would like to draw your attention to the contents of this maintenance manual. Please note that respecting a few important
points during installation, operation and servicing of your alternator will ensure problem-free operation for many years.
Standards
Our generators conform to the majority of international standards and are compatible with :
- the recommendations of the International Electrotechnical Commission IEC 34-1, (EN 60034).
- the recommendations of the International Standards Organisation ISO 8528.
- European Community directive 89/336/EEC on Electromagnetic Compability (EMC) (Tractelec only).
- European Community directives 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) (Tractelec and Gearlec).
GEARLEC has CE marking in the context of the LVD (Low Voltage Directive) as a machine component. A declaration of incor-
poration can be supplied on request.
TRACTELEC has CE marking in the context of the EMC, LVD (Low Voltage Directive) and MACHINERY directives as a
machine. A certificate of conformity can be supplied on request.
Safety measures
Before using your generator for the first time, you should read this installation and maintenance manual carefully, which is
supplied with the machine. All operations carried out on the generator should be done so by qualified personnel, trained in the
commissioning, servicing and maintenance of electrical and mechanical components.
The various operations described in this manual are accompanied by recommendations or symbols to alert the user to risks of
accidents. It is vital to understand and respect the various warning symbols set out below :
Warning symbol for intervention which could damage or destroy the machine or surrounding equipment.
Warning symbol for general danger to personnel.
Warning symbol for electrical danger to personnel.
Note :
LEROY-SOMER reserves the right to modify the characteristics of its products at any time in order to incorporate the
latest technological developments. The information contained in this document may therefore be changed without notice.
Copyright 1999 : LEROY-SOMER MOTORS
This document is the property of LEROY-SOMER MOTORS.
It cannot be reproduced in any form without prior authorisation.
Trademarks, models and patents registered.
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