Chapter 1 Introduction; General Information; Important Note - ABB AMA Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 General information

1.2 Important note

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This User's Manual contains information on the transport, storage, installation, commissioning,
operating and maintenance of rotating electrical machines manufactured by ABB.
This manual provides information regarding all aspects of operation, maintenance and
supervision of the machine. Careful study of the contents of this manual and other machine
related documentation before any actions are taken is necessary to ensure proper functionality
and a long lifetime of the machine.
NOTE: Some customer specific items may not be included in this User's Manual. Additional
documentation will be found in the project documentation.
Actions described in this manual are only to be performed by trained personnel with previous
experience in similar tasks, and authorized by the user.
This document and parts thereof must not be reproduced or copied without the express written
permission of ABB, and the contents thereof must not be imparted to a third party nor be used
for any unauthorized purpose.
ABB constantly strives to improve the quality of the information provided in this User's
Manual, and will welcome any improvement suggestions. For contact information, see Chapter
9.1.5 After Sales contact information.
NOTE: These instructions must be followed to ensure safe and proper installation, operation
and maintenance of the machine. They should be brought to the attention of anyone
who installs, operates or maintains this equipment. Ignoring the instruction invalidates
the warranty.
The information in this document may sometimes be of a general nature and applicable to
various machines produced by ABB.
Where a conflict exists between the contents herein and the actual machinery supplied, the user
must make an engineering judgment as to what to do. If any doubt exists, contact ABB.
The safety precautions presented in the Safety Instructions at the beginning of the manual must
be observed at all times.
Safety is dependent on the awareness, concern and prudence of all those who operate and
service machines. While it is important that all safety procedures be observed, care near
machinery is essential - always be on your guard.
NOTE: To avoid accidents, safety measures and devices required at the installation site must be
in accordance with the instructions and regulations stipulated for safety at work. This
applies to general safety regulations of the country in question, specific agreements
made for each work site and safety instructions included in this manual and separate
safety instructions delivered with the machine.
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