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Live components may be exposed if covers are opened or parts are removed unless this can be done by
hand.
Before opening it, disconnect the device from all voltage sources.
Capacitors inside the device may still be charged, even if the device has been disconnected from all
voltage sources.
Do not switch the laboratory power pack unit on immediately after it has been taken from a cold to a
warm environment. Under adverse conditions, the resulting condensation could destroy the device.
Allow the device to reach room temperature before switching it on.
The plug-in power unit generates heat during operation; ensure that it is adequately ventilated. Do not
cover the ventilation apertures of the device!
Do not leave mains power supplies and connected consumer devices in operation unattended.
When working with power supplies wearing metallic or conductive jewellery, such as necklaces,
bracelets, rings etc., is prohibited.
The power supply unit is not designed for attaching to humans or animals.
Never expose the device to mechanical stress. Dropping the device even from a low height may damage
it! Avoid vibrations and direct sunlight.
If you have reason to believe that the device can no longer be operated safely, disconnect it immediately
and make sure it is not unintentionally operated. It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer
possible if:
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the device shows visible damage,
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the device no longer works and
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the device was stored under unfavourable conditions for a long period of time or
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after it was exposed to extraordinary stress caused by transport.
You should also heed the safety instructions in each chapter and/or in the operating instructions of the
connected devices.
