Introduction; About This Document; Copyright; Subject To Change - Samson Control EC-L Manuel D'installation Et Mise En Service

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1. Introduction

1.1. About this document

The language of the original operating instruc-
tions is German. All other languages of these
instructions are translations of the original oper-
ating instructions.
If a technical modification is made on the product
without our agreement or instructions contained
in this manual have not been followed, this decla-
ration loses its validity.

1.2. Copyright

This operating and maintenance manual has been
copyrighted by the manufacturer. The operating
and maintenance manual is intended for use by
installation, operating and maintenance person-
nel. It contains technical regulations and drawings
which may not be reproduced or distributed,
either completely or in part, or used for purposes
of competition, or shared with others without the
express consent of the manufacturer. Illustrations
may differ from the original and serve only as
example illustrations of switchgears.

1.3. Subject to change

The manufacturer reserves the right to make
technical modifications to systems and/or com-
ponents. This operation and maintenance manual
refers to the switchgear indicated on the title
page.

1.4. Warranty

In general, the specifications in the current
"General Terms and Conditions" apply to the
warranty. You can find these here:
www.salmson.com/
Any deviations must be contractually agreed and
shall then be given priority.
1.4.1. General
The manufacturer is obliged to correct any de-
fects found in the switchgears it sells, provided
that the one or more of the following is the case:
• The defects are caused by the materials used
or the way the product was manufactured or
designed
• The defects were reported in writing to the man-
ufacturer within the agreed warranty period
• The switchgear was used only as prescribed
1.4.2. Warranty period
The duration of the warranty period is stipulated
in the "General Terms and Conditions".
Any deviations must be contractually agreed!
1.4.3. Spare parts, add-ons and modifications
Only genuine spare parts from the manufacturer
may be used for repairs, replacements, add-
ons and modifications. Unauthorised add-ons
and modifications or the use of other parts can
seriously damage the switchgear and/or injure
personnel.
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1.4.4. Maintenance
The prescribed maintenance and inspection
work should be carried out regularly. This work
may only be carried out by qualified, trained and
authorised personnel.
1.4.5. Damage to the product
Damage and malfunctions that endanger safety
must be eliminated immediately and properly by
trained personnel. The switchgear may only be
operated if it is in proper working order.
In general, repairs should only be carried out by
Salmson Customer Service!
1.4.6. Exclusion from liability
No liability will be assumed for damage to the
switchgear if any of the following is the case:
• Inadequate configuration by the manufacturer
due to the information provided by the operator
or customer being insufficient or incorrect
• Non-compliance with safety instructions and
working instructions as specified in this operating
and maintenance manual
• Improper use
• Incorrect storage and transport
• Improper installation/dismantling
• Insufficient maintenance
• Incorrect repairs
• Inadequate construction site or construction work
• Chemical, electrochemical and electrical
influences
• Wear
This means the manufacturer's liability excludes
all liability for personal injury, material damage or
financial losses.

2. Safety

This section lists all the generally applicable
safety instructions and technical information. In
addition, all the other sections contain specific
safety instructions and technical information. All
instructions and information must be observed
and followed during the various phases of the
switchgear life cycle (installation, operation,
maintenance, transport, etc.)! The operator is
responsible for ensuring that all personnel follow
these instructions and guidelines.

2.1. Instructions and safety instructions

This manual uses instructions and safety in-
structions for preventing injury and damage to
property. To clearly identify them for personnel,
the instructions and safety instructions are dis-
tinguished as follows:
• Instructions appear in "bold" and refer directly to
the preceding text or section.
• Safety instructions are slightly "indented and
bold" and always start with a signal word.
• Danger
Serious or fatal injuries can occur!
• Warning
Serious injuries can occur!
Wilo Salmson France SAS 03-2017 V05 DIN A4
INTRODUCTION