Power Jacks EMA Actuators - Manual (Page 4)

EMA Linear Actuator
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However, the general risks of personal injury or damage to property connected with the
use of such machinery cannot be completely eliminated. Therefore the units may only be
assembled and operated by competent and qualified personnel and only be used for the
authorised application. Therefore a careful study of this operating manual should be
made before attempting to use or service the unit and particular attention should be paid
to the safety instructions.
Work to be performed on electrical parts, such as:
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installation of limit switches
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mounting of the drive
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Checking of the direction of rotation may only be carried out by qualified
electricians.
The linear actuators and the installation should be inspected by the operating and
supervising personnel for externally visible damage and defects at least once every shift.
Any changes (including the operational conditions) which may affect the safety are to be
reported immediately.
1.3 Commissioning
The EMA electric linear actuators must not be put into service before the machinery into
which it is to be incorporated fulfils all provisions of the EC directive relating to
machinery.
1.4 Modifications and alterations to the unit
It is not permitted to make any alterations to the safety features or design of the EMA
electric linear actuators without our written consent. Power Jacks declines any
responsibility in the event of such alterations. Worn and spare parts may only be
replaced after consultation with our service technicians or by them personally. It is not
permitted to disassemble or disconnect any safety or protection device. When using
special accessories the assembly instructions of the manufacturer must be observed!
The following regulations must be complied with:
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the relevant regulations for the prevention of accidents
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generally recognised safety regulations
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EC guidelines and
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National regulations
To comply with the regulations concerning the electromagnetic compatibility of
machines, the units must be connected according to EC rules & regulations. Therefore
the norms EN 50 081-2 and EN 50 082-2 should be observed, to avoid electromagnetic
interference.