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Safety instructions
2.1
General safety instructions
The connectivity module conforms to the pertinent safety regulations according to IEC, VDE and
EN. If you have any doubt about whether it is permissible to install the device in the planned
environment, then contact your local contact person.
• Carefully comply with safety instructions in the operating instructions of the components
(Page 15).
• Carefully comply with the following safety notes and instructions when working with the
connectivity module.
Risk of explosion and the risk of the emission of toxic substances (valid for IPC127E)
Improper handling of lithium batteries can cause them to explode.
Explosion of the batteries and the released toxic substances can cause severe physical injury.
Worn batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
Note the following when handling lithium batteries:
• Replace used batteries in good time. Additional information on replacing batteries is
• Do not throw the batteries into a fire.
• Do not solder at the cell body of the battery.
• Do not recharge the battery.
• Do not open the battery.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not connect the battery with the incorrect polarity.
• Do not heat up the battery to over 100 °C.
• Protect the battery from direct solar radiation, humidity and condensation.
2.2
Qualified personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may only be operated by personnel
qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation for the specific
task, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Because of their training and
experience, qualified personnel can recognize any risks involved with handling these products/
systems and avoid any possible dangers.
SINAMICS CONNECT 500
Operating Instructions, 06/2023
WARNING
provided in the SIMATIC IPC127E Operating Instructions, Section "Replacing buffer
batteries".
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