2 Safety information
Intended use of inverter
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2 Safety information
2.1 Intended use of inverter
The i500 inverters are used for controlling low-voltage motors in industrial and commercial applications within
the range of the inverter’s technical specifications.
2.2 Examples of unintended use
Commissioning of an i500 inverter in the event of visible damage or if its display shows any sign of damage.
Commissioning of an i500 inverter that is not fully mounted.
Illegal technical modifications or software modifications on an i500 inverter.
Using accessories not approved for the i500 inverter.
Operating an i500 inverter without necessary protecting covers or outside the technical specifications.
Operating an i500 inverter in explosive atmosphere.
This list shows a few examples of unintended use, it is not complete and not limited to the examples stat-
ed.
2.3 Qualified personnel
Only qualified personnel according to relevant international and national standards may work on or with the in-
verter. The necessary skills of qualified persons are defined as follows:
They have read and understand this operation manual.
They are familiar with installing, mounting, commissioning, and operating the i500 inverter.
They have the corresponding qualifications for their work.
They know safe work procedures and lockout/ tagout procedures to create a safe work area.
They know and can apply all regulations for the prevention of accidents, directives, and laws applicable at the
place of use.
2.4 Signal words and symbols
The following symbol and signal words are used in this manual to indicate dangers and important information:
The safety alert symbol is part of a safety message and is used to alert to potential hazards.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.