User manual

E44.X.00.6C-02 Connection and operating manual GIR 300 page 4 of 28
3 Safety
3.1 Safety signs and symbols
Warnings are labeled in this document with the followings signs:
Caution! This symbol warns of imminent danger, death, serious injuries and
significant damage to property at non-observance.
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Attention! This symbol warns of possible dangers or dangerous situations
which can provoke damage to the device or environment at non-observance.
Note! This symbol point out processes which can indirectly influence operation
or provoke unforeseen reactions at non-observance.
3.2 Safety guidelines
This device was designed and tested considering the safety regulations for electronic measuring devices.
Faultless operation and reliability in operation of the measuring device can only be assured if the General Safety
Measures and the devices specific safety regulations mentioned in this users manual are considered.
1. Faultless operation and reliability in operation of the measuring device can only be assured if the device is used
within the climatic conditions specified in the chapter “Specifications“.
2. Standard regulations for operation and safety for electrical, light and heavy current equipment have to be ob-
served, with particular attention paid to the national safety regulations (e.g. VDE 0100).
3. When connecting the device to other devices (e.g. the PC) the interconnection has to be designed most thor-
oughly, as internal connections in third-party devices (e.g. connection of ground with protective earth) may lead to
undesired voltage potentials.
4. If there is a risk whatsoever involved in running it, the device has to be switched off immediately and to be marked
accordingly to avoid re-starting.
Operator safety may be a risk if:
- there is visible damage to the device.
- the device is not working as prescribed.
- storing the device under inappropriate conditions for longer time.
In case of doubt, please return device to manufacturer for repair or maintenance.
5. Do not use these products as safety or emergency stop devices or in any other application where failure
of the product could result in personal injury or material damage.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury and material damage.
6. Modifications or repairs of the device may not be performed by the customer.
For maintenance or repair the device must be sent to the manufacturer.
3.3 Skilled personnel
Are persons familiar with installation, connection, commissioning and operation of the product and have professional
qualification relating to their job.
For example:
• Training or instruction and qualifications to switch on or off, isolate ground and mark electric circuits and devices or
systems.
• Training or instruction according to the state.
• First-aid training.