Operating Instructions; Personnel; Storage Of The Shem; Before First Use Of Shem - Saurya SLAM Hornet EM 1LED Instructions For Safe Use

3. Operating instructions

3.1

Personnel

The use of the equipment is to be controlled and accepted by the operator. The personnel using the
unit have to be authorized by the operator or his representative. In case of further training of using the
equipment please contact the local supplier of this equipment.
3.2

Storage of the SHEM

SHEM units should be stored in normal operating temperatures -20°C...+40°C. To achieve the best
lifetime for the battery it is recommended that the unit is stored in ambient temperature +5°C...+10°C
and the battery is charged approximately every three months if not used.
3.3

Before first use of SHEM

Before first use, connect the unit to mains/transformer for 24 hours to fully charge backup battery. This
is necessary to get maximum battery life and capacity. Battery lasts ~600 cycles or 3 - 4 years in
normal operation. See also section 4.5.
3.4

Visual inspection of SHEM

As for all equipment to be used inside explosion hazardous area it is recommended that before taking
the unit into Ex –area, a visual re-inspection on the unit was taken and an analysis made that the unit
is not damaged (e.g. any part or wires are loose damaged or disconnected)
In case faults or defects on the unit are noticed, it is prohibited to take such a unit into Ex –area until
the corrective actions have been made.
3.5

Special attention on 2-pole use (24 V or 42 V)

Certain SHEM units are designed to be used together with step-down transformers. Using SHEM unit
with transformers of 2-pole socket outlets (without grounding / bonding) imposes certain extra
requirements for the unit itself. All the external metal and aluminium parts of the SHEM are replaced
by the manufacturer with plastic parts or equipped with plastic covers in order to avoid electrostatic
charging and a consequent risk of explosion. This process can only be done by manufacturer because
the certification of the product
Please inform us about your requirement for 2-pole use when placing the order. Products originally
manufactured for 3-pole use can not be modified later for 2-pole use by the operator. Such
modifications are only allowed to be carried out by the manufacturer or under supervision of the
manufacturer.
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