5.2 Special safety instructions
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All work with the electric cylinder may only be carried out in accordance with these instructions.
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The device may only be opened by authorized specialist personnel. If there is a fault in the electric
cylinder, we recommend contacting the manufacturer and/or sending the electric cylinder to be
repaired.
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Unauthorised modifications or changes to the electric cylinder are not permitted for safety reasons.
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The performance data for this electric cylinder specified by RK Rose+Krieger GmbH must not be
exceeded.
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The type plate must remain legible. It must be possible to identify the ratings data effortlessly at
any time.
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Safety-relevant hazard symbols identify danger areas on the product.
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Safety-relevant devices must be inspected at regular intervals, but at least once a year, for proper
function, damage and completeness.
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With an overhead installation of the electric cylinder, fixed loads must be secured against falling down.
The danger area underneath the application must be marked in the documentation of the end
product.
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An electric drive or electrically driven components may only be connected to this electric cylinder by
the appropriate technical staff, in observance of the local connection conditions and regulations
(e.g. DIN, VDE).
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Permanently monitoring the motor current. By monitoring the motor current, faults can be detected
immediately and hazards originating from the system can be avoided.
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Wear the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times during work.
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If a mains lead and/or feed line is damaged, the electric cylinder is to be taken out of service
immediately.
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