brennenstuhl WV 4/16 A IP44 User manual

Distribution Box WV 4/16 A IP44
and WV 4/32 A IP44
IMPORTANT:
Please read these operating instructions and keep them for future reference.
Please observe and follow the safety instructions.
Introduction
Please read these operating instructions completely and carefully. They refer to the distribution box
you have purchased and contain important information on the installation, operation and handling of
the device.
Symbols
EXPERT
This symbol marks information which refer to the handling by an expert.
PACKAGING
This symbol provides information on the utility cycle of the packaging.
INFORMATION
This marks additional, useful information on a certain topic.
DANGER
This warning marks immediate danger. Non-compliance will lead to fatal or severe injuries.
WARNING
This warning marks a possibly dangerous situation. Non-compliance can lead to fatal or
severe injuries.
DISPOSAL
Mandatory self-declaration according to the WEEE directive on the disposal of equipment.
Intended use
The distribution box is used as an indoor or outdoor power distributor for wall mounting or as a mobile
distributor.
This product is designed for professional use. Installation and permanent connection to the supply
network may only be performed by trained experts.
Any use which is not specified as intended use will be considered as misuse. The manufacturer will
not assume any liability for damages resulting from misuse. The user bears the entire risk.
Unauthorised modifications and conversions will void the CE conformity and with it any warranty
claims. Modifications may cause hazards for life and limb as well as damage to the distribution box or
connected loads.
Factory labels on the distribution box must not be removed, changed or made illegible.
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Protection against foreign objects and weather
The protection type of this distribution box is IP44 according to DIN EN 60529 (VDE 0470-1) provided
that the correct operating position is observed. See “Mounting and commissioning” section.
This means:
–Protected against solid foreign objects with a diameter of more than 1.0 mm, e. g. wire.
–Protection against water splashing from any direction.
Not suitable for continuous exposure to water.
General safety instructions
Qualified electrician
Mounting, disassembly, installation, commissioning and servicing of the device may only be
performed by a qualified electrician. The qualified electrician must meet and observe the
following requirements:
–Intended use of the device.
–Compliance with the installation and operating instructions.
–Knowledge and application of the relevant electrotechnical provisions (e. g. DIN VDE 0100
Part 600, DIN VDE 0100 Part 410) as well as the country-specific provisions regarding the
construction of electrotechnical systems.
–Knowledge and application of the general and specific safety and accident prevention regulations.
–Ability to recognise risks and prevent possible hazards.
–Handover of the installation and operating instruction to the operator/user of the device.
Operation/Use
–Safe use is only ensured if these instructions are fully observed.
–Read these instructions thoroughly prior to installation, commissioning or operation.
–The distribution box is to be properly installed, maintained and commissioned by qualified experts
in compliance with the relevant laws, regulations and standards.
–Never cover the distribution box to prevent trapped heat and the resulting fire hazard.
–Keep easily flammable and explosive substances away from the distribution box.
–Protect the cables
• by pulling at the plug and not at the cable to disconnect the device,
• by preventing mechanical damage to the cables,
• by keeping them away from intense heat.
–Protect the housing from mechanical damage such as impacts or powerful blows.
–Never operate the distribution box if it is defective.
–Avoid tripping hazards.
Packaging and transport
Packaging
Packaging material is valuable raw material and can be reused. This is why packaging
material should be recycled. If this is not possible, dispose of the packaging material according
to the applicable local regulations.
Transport
Check your delivery for completeness and damages. If you notice any transport damage or if the
delivery is incomplete, please notify your distributor immediately.
WV 4/16A IP44 · WV 4/32A IP44
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Distribution box layout
Fig. A: Example of 32 Adistribution box Fig. B: Example of 32 A distribution box
Q Bottom of housing CEE socket
§ Topof housing Ø Schuko socket
§ Carryhandle Housing screws
ØWindow $ Mounting holes
@ Residualcurrentdevice $ Threadedholes
ØProtectiveequipment $ Connection socket
Q Pre-assembled cable feeds
Installation and commissioning
The activities described in this chapter may only be performed by a qualified electrician!
The device is intended for vertical wall mounting only.
The proper operating position is with the hinged lids of the sockets opening upwards.
WARNING
Connecting the device to a supply cable with insufficient cable cross-section and/or an
insufficient upstream fuse could result in a fire which may cause injuries or lead to an overload
and damage the device. Please observe the information on the name plate!
DANGER
Working at live parts may cause severe or fatal injuries.
–De-energize the supply cable of the device for installation and mounting work.
–Secure the system against unintended re-activation of the supply voltage by other persons.
–Ensure that the supply cable is de-energized before starting installation or mounting work.
–Ground and short-circuit.
–Cover or fence off adjoining live parts.
WV 4/16A IP44 · WV 4/32A
IP44
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Wall mounting
To be used at the wall, the distribution box must be mounted to the wall using wall plugs and screws.
The recommended mounting height is with the controls at eye level.
The device is mounted using the mounting holes in the housing, see fig. B (11).
With this type of mounting, protection class II no longer applies without additional cover of the
mounting screws in the housing (dangerous voltage). If you would like to maintain protection
class II, cover the mounting screws with suitable protective caps.
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116
250
Fig. C: Drilling dimensions
250
WV 4/16A IP44 · WV 4/32A IP44
4x
Ø
5.5
2x
Ø
6
2x
Ø
1
0
27.4
292
200
200
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–Mark the drilling dimensions at the wall according to fig. C.
–Select suitable fastening elements (wall plugs, screws) and observe the manufacturer’s
specifications for installation (see introduction of Installation and commissioning section).
–Drill the holes and insert the wall plugs. Always consider electric cables which are already
installed in the wall.
–Loosen the housing screws, fig. B (10), using a suitable tool.
–Swivel the top of the housing, fig. A (2),downwards.
–Position the device at the wall aligning the mounting holes.
–Insert the mounting screws through the mounting holes, fig. B (11), of the bottom of the housing, fig. A
(1), and tightenthem.
–Check that the device is secure.
–Close the top of the housing.
–Tighten the housing screws.
Check the connection of the sockets
–Supply the distribution box via the connection socket.
–Open the window, fig. A(4).
–Activate the protective equipment, fig. A (6).
–Check the voltage of each socket, fig. A (8) +(9).
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