ADS-TEC BPC1000 - Manual (Page 10)

Industrial PCs BPC1000
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PERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This device contains electrical voltages and extremely sensitive components. User
intervention is restricted to plugging in additional cards, only. The manufacturer or a
service partner authorised by the manufacturer should be consulted if you plan to make
further modifications. For this type of work, the device must be switched off at the mains
and the power lead must be disconnected. Suitable measures for avoiding electrostatic
discharge towards parts of the components when touching the equipment must be taken.
If the device is opened by an unauthorised person, hazards for the user might arise and
any warranty claim will cease.
General instructions:
• All users must read this manual and have access to it at all times.
• Installation, commissioning and operation may only be carried out by trained and
qualified staff.
• The security instructions and the manual itself must be observed by all persons
who work with this device.
• At the location of use the valid guidelines and regulations for accident prevention
must be observed.
• The manual contains the most important instructions on how to use this device in
a safe way.
• Appropriate storage, proper transport, installation and commissioning, as well as
careful operation are prerequisites for ensuring safe and proper operation of the
device.
Warning:
Any leads (e.g. power leads, interface cables) may only be connected if the device is
switched off in order to avoid damaging the device.
2.1 O PERATING LOCATION
The control system is designed for use inside a switching cabinet. You must ensure
compliance with the specified environmental conditions. Using the device in non-specified
environments, like e.g. onboard of ships, in areas that might contain explosive gases or in
extreme heights is prohibited.
Warning:
The device may only be switched on after acclimatising to the ambient temperature in
order to avoid condensate accumulation. The same applies if the device has previously
been exposed to extreme temperature variations.
To avoid overheating: The device must not be exposed to direct radiation by sunlight or
any other light or heat source.
If the device is integrated in a panel, casing or similar enclosures, you must ensure that
no heat accumulation builds up. The maximum permissible environmental temperature
must never be exceeded.
2.1 D AMAGES DUE TO I MPROPER U SE
Should the service system have evident signs of damages incurred e.g. due to wrong
operation or storage conditions or due to improper unit use, the unit must be
decommissioned or scrapped. Ensure that it is safe from accidental re-implementation.