41. GeneralIn operation, drive converters, depending on their degree ofprotection, may have live, uninsulated, and possibly alsomoving or rotating parts, as well as hot surfaces.In case of inadmissible removal of the required covers, ofimproper use, wrong installation or maloperation, there isthe danger of serious personal injury and damage to property.For further information, see documentation.All operations serving transport, installation andcommissioning as well as maintenance are to be carriedout by skilled technical personnel (Observe IEC 364 orCENELEC HD 384 or DIN VDE 0100 and IEC 664 or DIN/VDE 0110 and national accident prevention rules!).For the purposes of these basic safety instructions, „skilledtechnical personnel“ means persons who are familiar withthe installation, mounting, commissioning and operationof the product and have the qualifications needed for theperformance of their functions.2. Intended useDrive converters are components designed for inclusion inelectrical installations or machinery.In case of installation in machinery, commissioning of thedrive converter (i.e. the starting of normal operation) isprohibited until the machinery has been proved to conformto the provisions of the directive 89/392/EEC (MachinerySafety Directive - MSD). Account is to be taken of EN 60204.Commissioning (i.e. the starting of normal operation) isadmissible only where conformity with the EMC directive(89/336/EEC) has been established.The drive converters meet the requirements of the Low-Voltage directive 73/23/EEC. They are subject to theharmonized standards of the series DIN EN 50178/VDE0160 in conjunction with EN 60439-1/ VDE 0660, part 500,and EN 60146/ VDE 0558.The technical data as well as information concerning thesupply conditions shall be taken from the rating plate andfrom the documentation and shall be strictly observed.3. Transport, storageThe instructions for transport, storage and proper use shallbe complied with.The climatic conditions shall be in conformity with EN50178.4 InstallationThe installation and cooling of the appliances shall be inaccordance with the specifications in the pertinentdocumentation.The drive converters shall be protected against excessivestrains. In particular, no components must be bent orisolating distances altered in the course of transportationor handling. No contact shall be made with electroniccomponents and contacts.Drive converters contain electrostatic sensitive componentswhich are liable to damage through improper use. Electriccomponents must not be mechanically damaged ordestroyed (potential health risks).5. Electrical connectionWhen working on live drive converters, the applicable na-tional accident prevention rules (e.g. VBG 4) must becomplied with.The electrical installation shall be carried out inaccordance with the relevant requirements (e.g. cross-sectional areas of conductors, fusing, PE connection). Forfurther information, see documentation.Instructions for the installation in accordance with EMCrequirements, like screening, earthing, location of filtersand wiring, are contained in the drive converterdocumentation. They must always be complied with, alsofor drive converters bearing a CE marking. Observance ofthe limit values required by EMC law is the responsibility ofthe manufacturer of the installation or machine.6. OperationInstallations which include drive converters shall beequipped with additional control and protective devices inaccordance with the relevant applicable safetyrequirements, e.g. act respecting technical equipment,accident prevention rules etc.. Changes to the driveconverters by means of the operating software areadmissible.After disconnection of the drive converter from the voltagesupply, live appliance parts and power terminals must notbe touched immediately because of possibly energizedcapacitors. In this respect, the corresponding signs andmarkings on the drive converter must be respected.During operation, all covers and doors shall be kept closed.7. Maintenance and servicingThe manufacturer’s documentation shall be followed.KEEP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE!Safety and Operating Instructionsfor drive converters(in conformity with the Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EWG)Important, absolutely read1. Safety and Operating Instructions