Before Use; Safety Instructions - Briteq pd-32A Mode D'emploi

ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
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Thank you for buying this BriteQ product. To take full advantage of all possibilities, please read these
operating instructions very carefully.
FEATURES
This unit is radio-interference suppressed. This product meets the requirements of the current European and
national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have been
deposited by the manufacturer.
 This 3-phase power distributor is designed to improve safety in both mobile, rental and fixed installations.
 Designed and build to the highest European and international safety standards.
 The 30mA, 4pole residual current circuit breaker prevents electrical shocks
 Oversized internal wiring for increased reliability!
 Accurate digital 3-digit voltmeters per phase
 Accurate digital 3-digit ampere meters per phase
 Two models are available:
PD-32A
 Two C16 (16A - 1P+N) automatic circuit breakers per phase
 1,5m long mains input cable (3x 32A, 5wire), equipped with CEE (3P+N+E) 32A inlet plug
 CEE (3P+N+E) outlet socket (3x 32A, 5wire) for bypass
 6x earthed 16A mains outlet sockets on the back panel (2 sockets per phase), 3 different models
available:
 PD-32A/FR: French/Belgian 16A blue mains sockets
 PD-32A/GE: German 16A blue schukos (CEE 7/4)
 PD-32A/SA: South African 16A blue mains sockets
PD-63A
 C32 (32A - 3P) automatic circuit breaker per output
 1,5m long mains input cable (3x 63A, 5wire), equipped with CEE (3P+N+E) 63A inlet plug
 4x CEE (3P+N+E) 32A outlet sockets (3x 32A, 5wire)
 Extremely robust 19"/3U metal housing

BEFORE USE

Check the contents:
Check that the carton contains the following items:
 PD-32A or PD-63A.
 User manual
Some important instructions:
 Before you start using this unit, please check if there's no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
not use the device and consult your dealer first.
 Important: This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
for the user to strictly follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
by mishandling is not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting defects
or problems caused by disregarding this user manual.
 Keep this booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
manual.
 To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
BRITEQ
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OPERATION MANUAL
1/30 PD-32A / PD-63A
ENGLISH

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

CAUTION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
use or the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
this appliance.
This symbol means: indoor use only
This symbol means: Read instructions
This symbol means: Safety Class I appliance
The device is suitable for mounting on standard flammable surfaces. Standard flammable
surfaces include building materials such as wood and wood-based materials more than 2mm
thick.
 To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
 To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures when
bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from working at full
performance or may even cause damages.
 This unit is for indoor use only.
 Don't place metal objects or spill liquid inside the unit. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on this appliance. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign object enters the unit,
immediately disconnect the mains power.
 No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the appliance.
 Don't cover any ventilation openings as this may result in overheating.
 Prevent use in dusty environments and clean the unit regularly.
 Keep the unit away from children.
 Inexperienced persons should not operate this device.
 Maximum save ambient temperature is 40°C. Don't use this unit at higher ambient temperatures.
 To be sure that the automatic circuit breakers work properly, the unit may not be used on altitudes above
2000m.
 This unit should be operated with an alternating voltage between 380V and 400V / 50Hz.
 Never exceed the maximum power indicated on this appliance!
 Never use or connect this appliance during thunderstorms: the unit can be destroyed due to overvoltage!
 Always unplug the unit when it is not used for a longer time or before you start servicing.
 The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations for
electrical and mechanical safety in your country.
 Check that the available voltage is not higher than the one stated on the rear panel of the unit.
 The socket inlet shall remain operable for disconnection from the mains.
 The power cord should always be in perfect condition: switch the unit immediately off when the power cord
is squashed or damaged. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard
 Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables!
 This appliance must be earthed to in order comply with safety regulations.
 In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the cover. Apart from the mains fuse there are no user
serviceable parts inside.
 Never repair a fuse or bypass the fuse holder. Always replace a damaged fuse with a fuse of the same
type and electrical specifications!
 In the event of serious operating problems, stop using the appliance and contact your dealer immediately.
 Please use the original packing when the device is to be transported.
 Due to safety reasons it is prohibited to make unauthorized modifications to the unit.
BRITEQ
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OPERATION MANUAL
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the top cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
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