Nidec DFS Series Power Installation Manual

10 DFS1/DFS2 Power Installation GuideIssue Number: 21 Safety information1.1 Warnings, Cautions and Notes1.2 General informationThis guide applies to products which control electric motors either directly (drives) or indirectly(controllers, option modules and other auxiliary equipment and accessories). In all cases the hazardsassociated with powerful electrical drives are present, and all safety information relating to drives andassociated equipment must be observed.Specific warnings are given at the relevant places in this guide.Drives and controllers are intended as components for professional incorporation into completesystems. If installed incorrectly they may present a safety hazard. The drive uses high voltages andcurrents, carries a high level of stored electrical energy, and is used to control equipment which cancause injury. Close attention is required to the electrical installation and the system design to avoidhazards either in normal operation or in the event of equipment malfunction. System design,installation, commissioning/start-up and maintenance must be carried out by personnel who have thenecessary training and competence. They must read this safety information and this guide carefully.1.3 ResponsibilityIt is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the equipment is installed correctly with regard toall instructions given in this guide. They must give due consideration to the safety of the completesystem, so as to avoid the risk of injury both in normal operation and in the event of a fault or ofreasonably foreseeable misuse.The manufacturer accepts no liability for any consequences resulting from inappropriate, negligent orincorrect installation of the equipment.1.4 Compliance with regulationsThe installer is responsible for complying with all relevant regulations, such as national wiringregulations, accident prevention regulations and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations.Particular attention must be given to the cross-sectional areas of conductors, the selection of fusesor other protection, and protective ground (earth) connections.This guide contains instructions for achieving compliance with specific EMC standards.All machinery to be supplied within the European Union in which this product is used must complywith the following directives:2006/42/EC Safety of machinery.2014/30/EU: Electromagnetic Compatibility.A Warning contains information which is essential for avoiding a safety hazard.A Caution contains information which is necessary for avoiding a risk of damage to theproduct or other equipment.A Note contains information, which helps to ensure correct operation of the product.WARNINGCAUTIONNOTE