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SEP LEM012SJ 2015 V01
1.1 Safety instructions
Information for Your Own Safety
This manual does not contain all of the safety measures for operation of the
LEM012SJ, because special operating conditions, local code requirements or local,
national or international regulations may necessary to take further measures. It does
contain information which must be adhered to in the interests of your own personal
safety and to avoid material damages.
Warning
Means that failure to observe the instruction can result in death, serious injury or
considerable material damage.
Caution
Means hazard of electric shock and failure to take the necessary safety precautions
will result in death, serious injury or considerable material damage.
Qualified personnel
Commissioning and operation of SEP LEM012SJ described in this manual may only
be performed by qualified personnel. Qualified personnel in the sense of the safety
information contained in this manual are persons who are authorized to commission,
start up, ground and label devices, systems and circuits according to safety and
regulatory standards.
Use for the intended purpose
The SEP LEM012SJ may only be used for the application cases specified in the
catalog and the user manual and only in connection with devices and components
recommended and approved by SEP Europe.
Proper handling
The prerequisites for reliable operation of the product are proper transport, proper
storage, installation and assembly, as well as proper operation and maintenance.
When operating electrical equipment, certain parts of this equipment automatically
carry dangerous voltages. Improper handling can therefore result in serious injury or
material damage.
Use only isolated tools.
Do not connect while circuit is live (hot).
Do not connect the meter to a 3 phase - 400VAC – network.
Place the meter only in dry surroundings.
Do not mount the meter in an explosive area or exposed to dust, mildew and
insects.
Make sure the used wires are suitable for the maximum current of this meter.
Make sure the AC wires are connected correctly before activating the
current/voltage to the meter.
Do not touch the meter connecting clamps directly with your bare hands, with
metal, blank wire or other material as you will have the chance of an electric
shock and a possible chance for health damage.
Make sure the protection cover is placed after installation.
Installation, maintenance and repair should only be done by a qualified
personnel.