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12 Version 6.2 AX5000
NOTE
Notes on operation of the servo drive AX5000:
• Carefully read this manual before using the servo drive thoroughly,
paying particular attention to the safety instructions. In the event of any
uncertainties please notify your sales office immediately and refrain from
working on the servo drive.
• During the electrical installation it is essential to ensure that the correct
fuses/protective circuit breakers are used between the mains supply and
the servo drive.
Further information can be found in the "Electrical installation" section.
• If a servo drive is installed in a machine it must not be commissioned
until proof of compliance of the machine with the latest version of the EC
Machinery Directive has been provided. This includes all relevant
harmonised standards and regulations required for implementation of this
Directive in national legislation.
Attention
Hazard to devices and environment
• During installation it is essential to ensure that the specified ventilation
clearances and climatic conditions are adhered to. Further information
can be found in the "Technical data" and "Mechanical installation"
sections.
• If the servo drive is operated in contaminated ambient air, the cooling
openings must be checked regularly for blockage. These checks should
be carried out several times per day.
• The servo drives contain components at risk from electrostatic discharge
caused by improper handling:
o Please ensure you are electrostatically discharged before
touching the servo drive directly.
o Avoid contact with highly insulating materials
(synthetic fibres, plastic film etc.).
o Place the servo drive on a conductive surface.
o Do not touch the motor plug during operation of the