2.- PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this manual is to assist during the installation, start-up and maintenance of
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series low voltage (LV) capacitor banks with detuned filters, switched by
contactors. Carefully read the manual to get the best performance from these devices.
3.- INSTALLATION
3.1.- PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS
In order to use the device safely, it is critical that individuals who handle it follow
the safety measures set out in the standards of the country where it is being used,
use the personal protective equipment necessary, and pay attention to the vari-
ous warnings indicated in this instruction manual.
Installation or maintenance personnel should read and understand this manual
before operating the device.
A copy of this manual should always be available to maintenance personnel for
reference purposes
Connecting the device to the public mains must be carried out in compliance with
the EN-IEC60204-1 standard, regarding the safety of LV electrical installations.
It is recommended that several personnel are present when handling the device
for installation or maintenance.
If damage or faults are detected during device operation, or in circumstances that
compromise safety, immediately stop work in that area and disconnect the device
in order to check it without voltage.
The manufacturer of the device is not responsible for any damage resulting from failure by the
user or installer to heed the warnings and/or recommendations set out in this manual, nor for
damage resulting from the use of products or accessories that did not come with the device or
that were made by other manufacturers.
If an anomaly or malfunction is detected in the device, do not use it to perform any operation.
Modifying, upgrading or rebuilding the device without written authorisation from
the manufacturer is prohibited.
The installation, operation and maintenance of low voltage (LV) devices must
only be carried out by authorised installers. LV regulations (Art. 22) specifically
define the requirements that authorised installers must meet.
Do not access the active elements of a capacitor bank with static operation that
has been powered and might have voltages present. Wait at least
5 minutes
af-
ter the power supply has been disconnected.
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