1 Safety instructions
1.1 General information on safety
Standards/directives
AUMA products are designed and manufactured in compliance with recognised standards and
directives. This is certified in a declaration of incorporation and a declaration of conformity.
The end user or the contractor of the plant must observe national laws and regulations
regarding assembly, electrical connection, and commissioning on site.
Safety instructions/warnings
All personnel working with this device must be familiar with the safety and warning instructions
in this manual and observe the instructions given. Safety instructions and warning signs on the
device must be observed to avoid personal injury or property damage.
Qualification of staff
Assembly, electrical connection, commissioning, operation, and maintenance must be carried
out exclusively by suitably qualified personnel having been authorised by the end user or
contractor of the plant only.
Prior to working on this product, the staff must have thoroughly read and understood these
instructions and, furthermore, know and observe officially recognised rules regarding
occupational health and safety.
Commissioning
Prior to commissioning, it is important to check that all settings meet the requirements of the
application. Incorrect settings might present a danger to the application, e.g. cause damage to
the device or the installation.
The manufacturer will not be held liable for any consequential damage. Such risk lies entirely
with the user.
Operation
Prerequisites for safe and smooth operation:
Correct transport, proper storage, mounting and installation, as well as careful commissioning.
Only operate the device if it is in perfect condition while observing these instructions.
Immediately report any faults and damage and allow for corrective measures.
Observe recognised rules for occupational health and safety.
Observe the national regulations.
Protective measures
The end user or the contractor are responsible for implementing required protective measures
on site, such as enclosures, barriers, or personal protective equipment for the staff.
Maintenance
To ensure safe device operation, the maintenance instructions included in this manual must be
observed.
Any device modification requires prior consent of the manufacturer.
No liability can be assumed for inappropriate or unintended use.
Observance of these operation instructions is considered as part of the device's designated
use.
