Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Table of contents About this manual Structure of the warnings Symbols used Signal words used Intended use General safety instructions Packaging and transport Packaging Transport Design and function Installation and operation Changing the opening direction of the housing cover...
This manual – describes the installation and operation of the VARIABOX of Bals Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. – is an integral part of every VARIABOX and must be kept in safe custody during the product ser- vice life – must be read carefully and understood before use and any work.
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Symbols used General warning of a hazardous area Warning – dangerously high voltage Notice Signal words used All warnings in this manual are clearly highlighted. The following signal words are used for warnings: DANGER Warns of dangers which will lead to serious injuries or to death if the instructions are not follo- wed.
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Intended use The VARIABOX is used as a power distributor indoors and outdoors as a wall combination or as a por- table distributor. The VARIABOX is built for professional use. The installation and the fixed connection to the mains supply should be carried out only by trained and qualified experts.
– The VARIABOX must be installed, maintained and put into operation in accordance with the laws, ordinances and standards. – Never cover the VARIABOX in order to avoid the heat being generated from getting trapped and thus, the risk of a fire.
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Packaging and transport Packaging Packaging materials are valuable raw materials and can be reused. The packaging materials of the VA- RIABOX should therefore be brought to an appropriate recycling facility. If this is not possible, dispose of the packaging materials according to the locally applicable regulations.
FI circuit breaker Toggle viewing window (OTC flap), FI circuit breaker Each VARIABOX consists of the components 1 to 5. All other components vary, depending on the de- sign, in the quantity and type. The nameplate on the left side of the housing displays the technical specifications of the VARIABOX, as illustrated in the figure given below based on an example.
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Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Item number Rated voltage Rated current of the combination Rated load factor Product standard Rated conditional short-circuit current Rated impulse withstand voltage Protection degree Rated frequency Dimensions Weight (11.2016) 9 / 20...
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Installation and operation The VARIABOX can be used as a wall combination or as a portable power distributor. In both cases, the supply cable is connected in the same way (see Connecting the supply cable 13]).
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Wall mounting For use as a wall combination, the VARIABOX must be fixed with plugs and screws to the wall (fas- tening set is available in our accessories). You have two options available for this purpose. One option is to use the outer fastenings as descri- bed below.
6. Break out the cable entry provided for the supply cable and put the cable gland in place. The supply cable can be routed either from the bottom or from the top into the VARIABOX. 7. Place the VARIABOX with the outer fastenings on the lower screws.
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5. Press the brackets of the supporting rails inside and press the supporting rails back to their original position. 6. Connect the cores to the terminal strip. 7. Close the cover of the VARIABOX and tighten the captive screws. 8. If necessary, switch the fuse elements and the FI circuit breaker on. (11.2016)
Every six months If in the respective design of the VARIABOX an FI circuit breaker is installed, it must be tested regular- ly. The test intervals depend on the specific application and may vary.
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Cleaning and care It is recommended to clean the device as required. Use a dry cloth to clean the device. Use a wet cloth if the device is very dirty. DANGER Electrical voltage The device contains parts that carry hazardous voltage that may be fatal.
If one of the loads connected is no longer supplied with power, proceed as follows: 1. Pull out the corresponding plug from the VARIABOX. 2. Check whether the associated fuse element or the FI circuit breaker has tripped. If this is the case, continue with step 3, otherwise inform a qualified electrician.
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5. Switch the fuse element or the FI circuit breaker on. 6. If the fuse element trips once again, the fault lies in the VARIABOX. Continue with step 7. If the fuse elements are not tripping, continue with step 9.
Installation and operating manual VARIABOX Decommissioning and disposal Send a worn-out VARIABOX for recycling or for proper disposal. Always make sure to observe and fol- low the local regulations. The VARIABOX should not be disposed of in household waste. Environmental damage and risk to per- sonal health are avoided with proper disposal.
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