Safety Notes; Information For The Nominated Person In Control Of The Electrical Installation; The Five Safety Rules - Siemens SIMOTICS M-1PH8 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

Safety notes

2.1 Information for the nominated person in control of the electrical
installation
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
In the individual chapters of this document, you will find safety instructions that must be obeyed
absolutely, 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 working on the machine, always
observe the safety instructions and the following five safety rules, according to EN 50110‑1
("Working in a voltage-free state). Apply the five safety rules in the order stated before starting
work at the machine.
Five safety rules
1. Disconnect the system.
2. Prevent reconnection.
3. Make sure that the equipment is at zero voltage
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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 (Page 123) for
planning, installation, commissioning, and servicing work.
Disconnect the auxiliary circuits, for example anti-condensation heating
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