Safety Information; Information For Those Responsible For The Plant Or System; The Five Safety Rules - Siemens SIMOTICS SD Operating Instructions Manual

Safety information

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Information for those responsible for the plant or system

This electric machine has been designed and built in accordance with the specifications
contained in Directive 2006/95/EC ("Low-Voltage Directive") and is intended for use in
industrial plants. Please observe the country-specific regulations when using the electric
machine outside the European Community. Follow the local and industry-specific safety and
setup regulations.
The persons responsible for the plant must ensure the following:
● Planning and configuration work and all work carried out on and with the machine is only
● The operating instructions must always be available for all work.
● The technical data as well as the specifications relating to the permissible installation,
● The specific setup and safety regulations as well as regulations on the use of personal
You will find safety instructions in the individual sections of this document. Follow the safety
instructions for your own safety, to protect other people and to avoid damage to property.
Observe the following safety instructions for all activities on and with the machine.
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The five safety rules

For your personal safety and to prevent material damage when carrying out any work,
always observe the safety instructions and the following five safety rules, according to
EN 50110-1 "Dead working". Apply the five safety rules in the sequence stated before
starting work.
Five safety rules
1. Disconnect completely.
2. Secure against reconnection.
3. Verify absence of operating voltage.
4. Carry out earthing and short-short-circuiting.
5. Provide protection against adjacent live parts.
To energize the system, apply the measures in reverse order.
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to be done by qualified personnel.
connection, ambient and operating conditions are taken into account at all times.
protective equipment are observed.
Note
Use the services and support provided by the appropriate Service Center for planning,
installation, commissioning, and servicing work.
Disconnect the auxiliary circuits, for example anti-condensation heating.
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