Overview; Safety Standards And "Ec" Marking; General Standards - S&P UTBS Serie Manuel D'installation

1. OVErVIEW

• We appreciate the trust you have placed in us by purchasing this device. You have purcha-
sed a high-quality product that has been manufactured in strict compliance with recogni-
zed technical regulations regarding safety, and in accordance with EC standards.
• Read this instruction booklet carefully, since it contains important information for your safety
during the installation, use and maintenance of this product.
• Keep this booklet in case you need to consult it in the future.
• We ask that you make sure the equipment is in perfect condition when you unpack it, since
any existing defect is covered by the S&P warranty.
• Technicians responsible for installing, start-up and maintenance must read the instructions
and be familiar with them before starting work.

2. safETY sTaNDarDs aND "EC" MarKING

• S&P engineers are firmly committed to research and development to achieve products with
improved efficiency that complies with current safety standards.
• The standards and recommendations indicated below reflect current standards in the field
of safety, and therefore are based primarily on meeting standards of a general nature.
Consequently, we recommend that all personnel exposed to risks adhere strictly to local
regulations in force regarding hazard prevention.
• S&P is in no way responsible for any damage or injury caused to persons or objects resul-
ting from failure to comply with safety standards, and any possible modifications to the pro-
duct. The EC seal and statement of conformity serve as proof of the product's compliance
with applicable European Community standards.

3. GENEral sTaNDarDs

• Product risks have been analysed pursuant to the provisions of the Machinery Directive.
This manual contains information intended for all personnel exposed to hazards, with the
goal of preventing personal injuries or damage to objects resulting from mishandling or
improper maintenance. All maintenance service work (corrective and preventive) must be
performed with the equipment stopped and disconnected.
• To avoid danger of possible accidental start up ensure that the equipment is electrically iso-
lated and locked. If this is not possible, warning signs should be placed on main distribution
console that state:
"WarNING: controls disconnected for maintenance"
• Before connecting the power cable to the motors, make sure that the voltage on the line
matches the voltage indicated on the unit's identification plate.
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