ABB VM1 Instruction Manual page 2

Your safety first – always!
That's why our instruction manual begins with these recommendations:
• Only install switchgear and/or switchboards in enclosed rooms suitable for
electrical equipment.
• Ensure that installation, operation and maintenance are carried out by
specialist electricians only.
• Comply in full with the legally recognized standards (DIN VDE / IEC), the
connection conditions of the local electrical utility and the applicable safety
at work regulations.
• Observe the relevant information in the instruction manual for all actions
involving switchgear and switchboards.
• Danger!
Pay special attention to the hazard notes in the instruction manual marked with
this warning symbol.
• Make sure that under operation condition of the switchgear or switchboard
the specified data are not exceeded.
• Keep the instruction manual accessible to all persons concerned with
installation, operation and maintenance.
• The user's personnel are to act responsibly in all matters affecting safety at
work and the correct handling of the switchgear.
If you have any further questions on this instruction manual, the members of our
field organization will be pleased to provide the required information.
WARNUNG
Anerkannte Regeln der Technik und Betriebsanleitungen
beachten !
Gefährliche Spannung
kann elektrischen Schock und Verbrennungen verursachen.
Vor Aufnahme von Arbeiten jeder Art dieses Gerät unbedingt freischalten,
erden und kurzschließen.
WARNING
Always observe the instruction manual and follow the rules
of good engineering practice !
Hazardous voltage
can cause electrical shock and burns.
Disconnect power, then earth and short-circuit before proceeding
with any work on this equipment.