Safety
MAN0996_Iss 1_02/16 Touchpoint Plus
Pt. No. 3011M5044_EN 6 User Guide
2.1.2 Safety Hazards
The following specific hazards are associated with the installation and use of this equipment:
WARNING – TOXIC WASTE AND HARMFUL BY-PRODUCTS
The Touchpoint Plus system and/or its sensors may become contaminated by the ambient environment in which
it or they are used. It is the Customer’s sole responsibility to ensure that all appropriate safety precautions are
taken before handling any components or transferring them to any other party.
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
All power supplies must be hard wired and must include a circuit breaker (RCD / RCCB) and, close by and
unobstructed, a means of manually isolating and locking–out the power supply without breaking the protective
earth (ground) connection.
Removable plug/socket connection is not permitted under any circumstance.
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
Lethal current may be present in this equipment when electrical power is applied and after it is removed. There is
a risk of death or injury from electrical shock when access doors are open.
Isolate power before opening electrical access panels. Ensure residual current is fully discharged before touching
WARNING – LITHIUM BATTERY HAZARDS
Lithium batteries may cause severe injury or death if swallowed, and may catch fire or explode if mishandled,
recharged, burned or disposed of incorrectly.
Always handle batteries with care, keep them out of the reach of children, and dispose of them carefully in
accordance with local regulations.
Batteries (regardless of type) shall only be handled, fitted, removed or replaced in non-hazardous (safe) areas.
DANGER – IGNITION HAZARD
Touchpoint Plus is Not ATEX/IECEx certified, and it shall only be installed in safe areas where there are no
flammable atmospheres, and where oxygen concentrations cannot exceed 25% v/v O
2
.
Touchpoint Plus is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D or non-hazardous locations only.
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
Lethal current may be generated both internally and externally to the system. All installations, including
enclosures and external units, must be grounded to protective earth, and must be capable of staying earthed
(grounded) when the power supply is interrupted.
The Protective Earth (Ground) symbol is shown to the left, and it always has a green background. Do not confuse
it with the chassis earth and equipment earth symbols shown below it.
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