Dangers From Mains Current And Charging Current; Protecting Yourself And Others; Safety Measures In Normal Operation - Fronius ActiveCharger 1000 Operating Instructions Manual

This may affect a number device types in terms of:
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In this case, the plant operator or the person using the device should check whether the
device may be connected, where appropriate by discussing the matter with the power sup-
ply company.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that the mains connection is earthed properly
Dangers from
Anyone working with chargers exposes themselves to numerous dangers e.g.:
mains current
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and charging cur-
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An electric shock can be fatal. Every electric shock is potentially life threatening. To avoid
electric shocks while using the charger:
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All cables and leads must be secured, undamaged, insulated and adequately dimen-
sioned. Loose connections, scorched, damaged or inadequately dimensioned cables and
leads must be immediately repaired by authorised personnel.
Protecting your-
While the charger is in operation, keep all persons, especially children, out of the working
self and others
area. If, however, there are people in the vicinity,
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Before leaving the work area, ensure that people or property cannot come to any harm in
your absence.
Safety measures Chargers with a ground conductor must only be operated on a mains supply with a ground
in normal opera- conductor and a socket with a ground conductor contact. If the charger is operated on a
tion mains supply without a ground conductor or in a socket without a ground conductor con-
tact, this will be deemed gross negligence. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for
any damage arising from such usage.
Only operate the charger in accordance with the degree of protection shown on the rating
plate.
Never operate the charger if there is any evidence of damage.
Arrange for the mains cable to be checked regularly by a qualified electrician to ensure the
ground conductor is functioning properly.
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Connection restrictions
Criteria with regard to the maximum permissible mains impedance
Criteria with regard to the minimum short-circuit power requirement
at the interface with the public grid
risk of electrocution from mains current and charging current
hazardous electromagnetic fields, which can risk the lives of those using cardiac pace-
makers
do not touch any live parts inside or on the outside of the charger.
do not short-circuit the charger lead
warn them of all the dangers,
provide suitable protective equipment.
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