User manual

SSL ELECTRONIC LOAD SERIES 32 EL
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GMC-I Messtechnik GmbH
SAFETY GUIDE
Caution
The following general safety precautions must always be adhered to during operation, maintenance and repair of the
device. Noncompliance with these safety precautions, or with other explicit warnings included in these operating
instructions, is deemed a violation of design-specific safety standards and use for intended purpose. The
manufacturer assumes no liability in the event of noncompliance with these safety precautions.
I Safety Precautions
1 The device may only be operated in accordance with the procedures included in these operation
instructions.
2 High-voltage conducting components are located inside the device, which may not be contacted
directly.
3 Read the operating instructions carefully before placing the instrument into service, in order to assure
your own safety.
4 The device must be grounded.
The device is equipped with a protective earth terminal. The device chassis and the housing must be
grounded in order to eliminate the danger of electrical shock. The device may only be connected to mains
power by means of a 3 conductor cable, and the protective conductor must be securely connected to the
protective conductor terminal of the mains outlet.
5 Keep away from voltage conducting electrical circuits!
Operating personnel may not remove any of the device’s covers. Components may not be touched as long
as the power cable is connected.
Dangerous voltage may be present even after the power cable has been disconnected from the mains. The
device must be disconnected from the mains, electrical circuits must be discharged and external voltage
sources must be disconnected before touching any components, in order to prevent personal injury.
The device may not be modified and only original replacement parts may be used.
In order to assure uninterrupted functionability of the device’s safety features, it may only be maintained
and/or repaired by qualified service providers.
6 Opening of equipment / Repair
The equipment may be opened only by authorized service personnel to ensure the safe and correct
operation of the equipment and to keep the warranty valid.
Even original spare parts may be installed only by authorized service personnel.
In case the equipment was opened by unauthorized personnel, no warranty regarding personal safety,
measurement accuracy, conformity with applicable safety measures or any consequential damage is
granted by the manufacturer.