Manual 7XV5655-0BB00
SIEMENS AG
Page 19 of 79
C53000-G1176-C175-3
Practical Safety Information
As is the case for all electrical equipment, there are some basic safety precautions to be
taken. These safety precautions are primarily for your own protection but also prevent
damage to the device.
Settings not described in the manual and changes to the device electronics can only be
carried out by an authorised vendor.
Read the device manual carefully and keep it close at hand.
Make sure that …
The device is always connected to earth (ground)
the device is never placed near a heating source or the outlet of an air-
conditioning unit.
The device is never exposed to direct sunlight.
The device never comes into direct contact with liquids of any kind. Never use
liquids in the vicinity of the device.
opening the housing can lead to electric shock and other damage. Never make
any changes to the device that are not permitted in this manual. Doing so could
damage the device. Any damage caused by unauthorised handling of the device
are done at own risk and own cost of repair or replacement.
Make sure that …
the rating of the supply voltage corresponds to the specification on the device main plate
If in doubt, contact your supplier.
the supply voltage is protected against surges and other disturbances.
the maximum power rating of the connected cables is not exceeded and conductors
have the required minimum cross-section.
all connected cables are protected against damage.
a damaged supply voltage cable is replaced immediately.
the line-side fuse is removed before cleaning the device to ensure complete
disconnection from the power source, and precautions are taken to prevent
unintentional reconnection.