GIRBAU PB32 Series Manual

Code no. 550038
Rev. no. 16/1018
Model
From Machine No.
PB32
PB/PBP51
X13
X20
2,175,001
2,190,001
2,205,001
2,210,001
Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Instruction manual for
Flatwork Ironer
GIRBAU, SA
Crta de Manlleu, km. 1
08500 VIC (Barcelona) SPAIN
National sales:
Tel. (+ 34) 902 300 359
[email protected]
International sales:
Tel. (+ 34) 938 862 219
[email protected]
Service:
Tel. (+ 34) 902 300 357
[email protected]
www.girbau.es
For USA & CANADA:
CONTINENTAL GIRBAU Inc.
2500 State Road 44
WI 54904 Oshkosh USA
Tel. [phone]
[email protected]
www.continentalgirbau.com
EN
PB32
PB/PBP51
X13***W
X20***W/F

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INDEX
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................4
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE..........................................................................................12
1.1. Ironer description..............................................................................................................................12
1.2. Machines with gas heating. Diagram and description of the burner................................................14
1.2.1. Atmospheric burner................................................................................................................14
1.2.2. Radiant burner........................................................................................................................15
1.3. Machines with steam heating. Diagram and description of the steam circuit..................................16
1.4. Machines with electric heating. Description.....................................................................................16
1.5. Expected machine use and don'ts ...................................................................................................17
1.6. Protection, safety and control elements...........................................................................................18
1.7. EU declaration of conformity............................................................................................................20
2. RECEPTION STORAGE AND TRANSPORT .............................................................................................22
2.1. Receipt .............................................................................................................................................22
2.2. Storage.............................................................................................................................................22
2.3. Transport..........................................................................................................................................23
2.3.1. Transport with packaging.......................................................................................................23
2.3.2. Transport of machines without packaging .............................................................................24
2.4. Table of weight and dimensions.......................................................................................................26
2.4.1. Model PB32, X13. Table of weight and dimensions..............................................................26
2.4.2. PB/PBP51, X20 model. Table of weight and dimensions......................................................26
3. POSITIONING..............................................................................................................................................27
3.1. General information and location .....................................................................................................28
3.2. Area of usage...................................................................................................................................29
3.3. Environment conditions....................................................................................................................29
3.4. Room ventilation conditions.............................................................................................................30
3.4.1. Ventilation openings. Models with steam or electric heating.................................................30
3.4.2. Ventilation openings. Models with gas heating......................................................................31
3.5. Positioning and levelling the ironer ..................................................................................................32
3.6. Removal of shipping braces.............................................................................................................32
4. TECHNICAL AND CONNECTION DATA FOR THE MACHINE.................................................................34
4.1. General technical details..................................................................................................................34
4.2. Electrical connection data. Electrical protection devices .................................................................35
4.2.1. Models with gas or steam heating .........................................................................................36
4.2.2. Machines with electric heating...............................................................................................38
4.3. CE certified models. Specific values for models with GAS heating.................................................40
4.3.1. Atmospheric burner. Heating data.........................................................................................40
4.3.2. Radiant burner. Heating data.................................................................................................41
4.3.3. Maximum NOx values and classification ...............................................................................42
4.3.4. Categories of commercially available gases..........................................................................42
4.3.5. Details of gas connection.......................................................................................................43
4.3.6. Electrical data: power and consumption (Models with gas heating)......................................43
4.4. AGA certified models. Specific values for models with GAS heating...............................................44
4.4.1. Maximum NOx values and classification ...............................................................................44
4.4.2. Categories of commercially available gases..........................................................................44
4.4.3. Details of gas connection.......................................................................................................45
4.4.4. Electrical data: power and consumption (models with gas heating)......................................45
4.5. ETL certified models. Specific values for models with GAS heating................................................46
4.5.1. Atmospheric burner. Heating data.........................................................................................46
4.5.2. Radiant burner. Heating data.................................................................................................47
4.5.3. Details of gas connection.......................................................................................................47
4.5.4. Electrical data: power and consumption................................................................................47
4.6. Specific values for models with STEAM heating..............................................................................48
4.6.1. Heating data...........................................................................................................................48
4.6.2. Details of steam connection...................................................................................................48
4.6.3. Electrical data: power and consumption................................................................................48
4.7. Specific values for models with ELECTRIC heating........................................................................49

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4.7.1. CE certified models................................................................................................................49
4.7.2. ETL certified models ..............................................................................................................49
4.8. Exhaust ducting. Technical and connection details.........................................................................50
4.9. Wiring diagram .................................................................................................................................51
4.9.1. PB32, X13 models .................................................................................................................51
4.9.2. PB/PBP51, X20 models.........................................................................................................52
4.9.3. Symbols and measurements for the installation, positioning and connection.......................53
4.9.4. Height of the work stations.....................................................................................................54
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING THE MACHINE...............................................................................55
5.1. Electrical requirements.....................................................................................................................55
5.1.1. Characteristics of the electrical wiring....................................................................................56
5.1.2. Connecting the machine to the mains power supply.............................................................56
5.2. Gas connection.................................................................................................................................60
5.2.1. Installation characteristics......................................................................................................61
5.2.2. Connecting the machine to the supply network.....................................................................61
5.3. Changing the type of gas .................................................................................................................62
5.3.1. CE certified models................................................................................................................63
5.3.2. ETL certified models ..............................................................................................................64
5.3.3. Atmospheric burner. Changing the type of gas......................................................................65
5.3.4. Radiant burner. Changing the type of gas.............................................................................66
5.4. Steam connection.............................................................................................................................68
5.5. Connecting the exhaust ducting.......................................................................................................70
6. INITIAL START-UP OF THE MACHINE......................................................................................................72
6.1. Initial checks.....................................................................................................................................72
6.2. Machines with gas heating. Gas pressure control ...........................................................................73
6.2.1. CE models with atmospheric burner. Heating by natural gas, propane gas and propane-butane
mixture..............................................................................................................................................73
6.2.2. ETL models with an atmospheric burner. Natural gas heating..............................................74
6.2.3. AGA models with an atmospheric burner ..............................................................................75
6.2.4. CE models with radiant burner. Natural gas and propane gas heating.................................76
6.3. Machines with gas heating. Analysis of the combustion gases.......................................................77
6.3.1. Changing the position of the air extraction adjustment clapper valve....................................77
6.3.2. Adjusting the position of the Venturi ......................................................................................78
6.4. Machines with steam heating...........................................................................................................78
6.5. Machines with electric heating .........................................................................................................78
7. OPERATING AND USE. INTELI CONTROL. PB/PBP51, X20***W/F........................................................79
7.1. Main menu. Intervention modes.......................................................................................................80
7.2. Control panel....................................................................................................................................81
7.3. Stop modes ......................................................................................................................................82
7.3.1. Normal machine stopping ......................................................................................................82
7.3.2. General Stop..........................................................................................................................82
7.3.3. Emergency stop devices........................................................................................................82
7.4. Interpreting the main on-screen icons..............................................................................................84
7.5. Executing an ironing program..........................................................................................................85
7.5.1. Initiating an ironing program...................................................................................................85
7.5.2. Stopping the program.............................................................................................................86
7.5.3. SHUT DOWN mode...............................................................................................................86
7.5.4. Using the folder......................................................................................................................87
7.5.5. Indicating preferable “OPTIFEED” ironing area.....................................................................88
7.5.6. Modifying a program in execution..........................................................................................91
7.5.7. Program modification screens................................................................................................92
7.6. Programming mode..........................................................................................................................93
7.6.1. Access to programming mode ...............................................................................................93
7.6.2. Programming a new program.................................................................................................94
7.6.3. Folder.....................................................................................................................................96
7.6.4. Modifying existing programs ................................................................................................101
7.7. System tools mode.........................................................................................................................102
7.7.1. Configuration menu. Introduction and access......................................................................102
7.7.2. Information menu. Introduction and access.........................................................................105

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7.7.3. Text messages.....................................................................................................................106
8. OPERATING AND USE. LOGI CONTROL. PB32, X13............................................................................107
8.1. Control panel..................................................................................................................................108
8.2. Modes of use..................................................................................................................................109
8.3. Stop modes ....................................................................................................................................110
8.3.1. Normal machine stopping ....................................................................................................110
8.3.2. General Stop........................................................................................................................110
8.3.3. Emergency stop devices......................................................................................................110
8.4. Executing an ironing program........................................................................................................111
8.4.1. Initiating an ironing program.................................................................................................111
8.4.2. Making specific operating changes as a program is running...............................................112
8.5. Advanced use mode.......................................................................................................................113
8.5.1. Access to the advanced mode.............................................................................................113
8.5.2. Advanced mode flowchart....................................................................................................114
8.5.3. Modifying the contents of programs. Menu Pro...................................................................115
8.5.4. Indicating preferable ironing area —“OPTIFEED” ..............................................................116
8.5.5. Information menu. Info menu...............................................................................................117
8.5.6. Modifying the operating parameters. Mod menu.................................................................118
8.5.7. Code for accessing the ADVANCED MODE. Ncod menu...................................................120
9. PERSONAL PROTECTION WEAR...........................................................................................................121
10. UNEXPECTED INTERRUPTION OF THE POWER SUPPLY AND PROLONGED HALT.....................122
10.1. Protection against burnt linen and ironing straps.........................................................................122
10.2. Prolonged stoppages ...................................................................................................................123
11. FREEING A TRAPPED PERSON............................................................................................................124
11.1. PB32, X13 model .........................................................................................................................124
11.2. PB/PBP51, X20 model.................................................................................................................125
11.2.1. Turning the pressure roller using the crank handle ...........................................................125
11.2.2. Releasing the pressure roller.............................................................................................126
12. ALARMS ..................................................................................................................................................128
12.1. List of main alarms:......................................................................................................................128
12.2. Expanded information on alarms related to the inverter..............................................................135
13. MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................................136
13.1. Checking safety mechanisms.......................................................................................................137
13.1.1. Checking the HAND PROTECTION device.......................................................................137
13.1.2. Checking the EMERGENCY STOP...................................................................................137
13.2. Cleaning the extraction filter.........................................................................................................138
13.3. Cleaning the photocells for the folder and for the SHUT DOWN disconnection..........................139
13.4. Steps for cleaning the air pressure switch circuit pipe.................................................................140
13.5. Removal of the protective guards ................................................................................................141
13.6. Preventative maintenance program.............................................................................................142
13.7. Possible operational anomalies....................................................................................................143
13.8. Most common spare parts listing..................................................................................................144
14. REMOVAL FROM SERVICE / DISASSEMBLING..................................................................................146

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DANGER!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using the machine, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
1. READ all instructions before using the washer and KEEP them in a prominent location for customer use.
For your safety, do not use the machine without having read the Instruction Manual. KEEP IT in an
easily accessible place in order to resolve any queries, and in case of loss request a new one from your
dealer.
2. Do not use this machine to handle laundry that has previously been sprayed, washed or impregnated with
petrol, dry cleaning solvents or explosive or inflammable substances. These substances GIVE OFF
VAPOURS that could ignite, explode or break down into toxic and/or highly explosive products.
3. DO NOT ADD petrol, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
4. Specific note for machines supplied by water heating appliances. In exceptional conditions, water
heating appliances that have not been used for a minimum period for two weeks can produce hydrogen. If
the water heating appliance has not been used for a time, open the taps and purge the pipes, allowing water
to flow for a few minutes, before using any machine connected to it. This operation will allow the evacuation
of any accumulated gas. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE, so do not smoke or light any flames during this
operation.
5. This machine must not be used by children.
Do not allow children to play with or inside the machine. KEEP children under strict supervision when they
are to be found in the vicinity of a machine in operation.
6. Before removing a machine from service or disposing of it, CONSULT THE INDICATIONS CONCERNING
DISMANTLING. As a general rule, BLOCK all moving parts of the machine and PREVENT THE RISK OF
BECOMING TRAPPED inside.
7. DO NOT GO INSIDE THE MACHINE OR DISMANTLE ANY KIND OF COVER ON THE MACHINE while it
is working.
8. Do not store or install the machine in areas exposed to the ELEMENTS or where it may be splashed by
water.
9. Do not tamper UNNECESSARILY with the machine’s controls.
10. DO NOT DISMANTLE ANY KIND OF COVER OR REPAIR OR REPLACE any part of the machine or carry
out any kind of maintenance unless it is properly identified and explained in the user instruction manual.
Even if it is, make sure you understand the instructions properly and have the proper skills and knowledge to
do the job.
11. DO NOT REMOVE any safety device OR MODIFY OR MANIPULATE any component or part of the
machine. DO NOT INSTALL any foreign components inside the machine.
12. Any part of the machine that is replaced may affect its operation and the user’s safety. For this reason, USE
ONLY THE MANUFACTURER’S ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS. Failure to comply with this warning can cause
serious accidents, malfunctions and the loss of the machine’s guarantee and certifications.
13. Breach of or failure to observe the legislation and regulations covering health, safety and prevention of
workplace risks applicable in the country where the machine has been installed, or actions contrary to
common sense CAN CAUSE personal injury or even death to the user.
14. Utilise the machine only for the uses established by the manufacturer and following the usage instructions
defined in the instruction manuals. Any use not defined in the manuals can cause additional risks. Pay
special attention to information headed DANGER, WARNING and PRECAUTION.
15. The room where the machine is located SHALL comply with the environment conditions (air venting,
temperature, humidity...) specified in the technical specifications table. NEVER INSTALL THE MACHINE IN
ENVIRONMENTS where it will be splashed with water or with high ambient humidity.

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16. Delimitate danger areas and PREVENT public access to them with machine in operation. Do not expose
yourself to drainage areas or to vapour, condensation, fume or ventilation outlets.
17. All machines working with temperature present a fire risk. Take EXTREME care: Periodically the machine of
inflammable materials: lint, fluff, soot... KEEP the environment free of combustible materials and PLACE,
suitable extinguishers near the machine in easily accessible places.
Safety measures. Do not store or use petrol or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other machine.
18. All installations necessary for the proper operation of the machine MUST be carried out by a duly accredited
Authorised Installation Company (see note 3) following the applicable legal regulations in the country of use.
19. The machine MUST be commissioned by the Authorised Technical Service in the presence of the customer’s
technical service (see notes 2 and 4) or a responsible person appointed by the customer.
20. This machine MUST BE USED by personnel who are properly trained in how to use it (see note 1).
21. NEVER START THE MACHINE NOR USE IT IN THE ABSENCE, INCORRECT POSITION OR
MALFUNCTION OF:
COVERS ( GUARDS) AND PROTECTIONS
SAFETY DEVICES
CONTROL ELEMENTS
22. DO NOT USE the machine if you notice any abnormal noise or smell or if you suspect that the machine is
faulty or defective.
23. If you smell gas, CLOSE the general gas line valve, DO NOT LIGHT flames, DO NOT SWITCH ON any
appliance, DO NOT TURN ON any electrical switch, OPEN doors and windows, EVACUATE the occupants
of the room, the building or the area and WARN the supply company or the fire service. DO NOT USE ANY
TELEPHONE INSIDE THE PREMISES.
24. On completion of the day's work, TURN OFF the manual fluid supply valves and DISCONNECT the electrical
power.
25. The inspections required by the regulations applicable to the country where the machine is being used must
be carried out. You are also recommended to request an overall, detailed service of the machine by the
Authorised Technical Service every year (see note 2).
26. INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR OPERATIONS
DANGER!
Incorrect installation, adjustment, alteration, repair or maintenance of this machine may lead to material
damage, injury or even death.
Read the installation, operation and maintenance instructions carefully before installing the equipment or
carrying out maintenance work.
Before carrying out any action on the machine:
Close and mechanically lock the manual fluid supply valves.
Check that the bath has COMPLETELY drained, that no part of the machine is at a high temperature and
that no circuits or containers are under pressure.
Check that all moving parts of the machine are stopped or at rest. Securely fix all moving parts of the
machine that could cause an accident.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
COMPLETELY disconnect the machine from the original power source and check for accidental
reconnection. TURNING OFF THE ON SWITCH OR PRESSING THE STOP KEY ARE NOT ENOUGH.
Disconnect the electrical connection of any circuit external to the machine; for example external dosing
equipment, central vending points, feeders or folders, etc. The electrical connection of these circuits is
independent of the machine electrical connection.
To prevent the risk of electrical discharge caused by residual voltage, wait at least five minutes before
removing any guard or cover from the machine.
Failure to follow these warnings may cause a serious accident.
27. CONTACT the Installation Companies or the Authorised Technical Service (see notes 3 and 2) if you have
any doubt, anomaly or problem.
28. It is advisable to copy and enlarge the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and put them in a visible place in the
laundry.

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29. THE MANUFACTURER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY IF THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL
THE INFORMATION IN THE CORRESPONDING MANUALS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. KEEP THIS
MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
NOTES:
(1) Trained personnel refers to those who have read and understood the Instruction Manual, who have been trained by the
Authorised Technical Service or by a representative of the customer present at the start-up who is familiar with the
operation of the machine and is authorised to use it.
(2) Authorised Technical Service (ATS) is one that has been recognised under contract and properly trained by the
manufacturer.
(3) Registered Installation Contractors are those officially approved by the government of the country the machine is to be
installed.
(4) Customer Technical Service (CTS) is one that has been authorised by the customer and which has sufficient basic
technical knowledge to correctly interpret and carry out the actions attributed to it in this manual. The manufacturer strongly
recommends that the customer should have its own technical service, particularly in laundries with large-scale machinery
installations.
Special note for gas-heated machines (as stipulated in EN 1020:2009).
These instructions are only valid if the symbol for the country is displayed on the apparatus. If the
symbol does not appear on the device, the technical instructions containing the information needed to
adapt the device to the operating conditions of the country need to be used.
Languagesused in many countries of the European Union or associated.
LANGUAGE
COUNTRY
German
DE, CH, AT, LU
English
GB, IE
French
FR, BE, CH, LU
Dutch
NL, BE
Italian
IT, CH
Swedish
SE, FI

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SYMBOLS USED IN MACHINE LABELLING
Electrical risk
Safety warning indicating element with
electricity.
High Temperature risk
Handle with caution.
Use adequate protection.
Mechanical risk
Protection guard for moving parts.
Risk of inhaling harmful or irritant
vapours
Keep the doors/covers closed.
Use adequate protection.
Flame risk (only on some machines)
Protective guard for flame.
Risk of falling
Use proper access and safety methods.
Access prohibited
Refer to instruction
manual/booklet
SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Symbol used to highlight a possible
HAZARD, WARNING or NOTE.
This symbol is used to give relevance to any
precise explanation .
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL MANUAL

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND PRESERVATION
1. INTENDED USE OF THE MACHINE AND INAPPROPRIATE USE. This machine is conceived and
designed only for processing fabrics in a water bath or those that have previously been treated under these
conditions. Any use other than this is contraindicated without written authorisation from the manufacturer.
2. Maximum output, performance, reliability and durability are achieved when the machine is installed, used
and maintained correctly, and if a comprehensive and detailed service is carried out annually by the
Authorised Technical Service.
3. The machine’s MATERIALS that are in direct contact with the chemical products involved in treating the
laundry are detailed in the manual.
4. The user must consult the supplier of the chemical products USED THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE LINEN
TREATMENT PROCESS regarding the risks associated with its products and their combination. It must be
confirmed that the products are not flammable, ARE MUTUALLY COMPATIBLE, and that they will not
cause oxidisation or deterioration of the machine or any injury to the people using them.
It should be noted that, under certain usage conditions, hypochlorite (bleach) generates chlorine gas.
Chlorine is a corrosive, oxidising substance which, at high concentrations and temperatures, damages
stainless steel and elastomers.
This same effect can also be caused by other strongly oxidising agents, including ozone.
5. FOLLOW the treatment recommendations for each fabric indicated by its manufacturer. THE
MANUFACTURER OF THE MACHINE ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE CAUSED BY
INAPPROPRIATE TREATMENT OF A FABRIC.
6. Periodically CLEAN the outside of the machine to prevent damage to its metal parts. This will improve
safety and extend its life. To clean the machine, use water and detergent. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
To remove accumulated lint, use a suitable vacuum cleaner. Water jet or pressurised steam cleaning is
prohibited.
7. NEVER use aggressive products to clean the machine or the premises. There are products on the market
that give off highly corrosive vapours.
8. If machine is left idle for long periods of time, it must be PROTECTED from humidity and temperature
variations.
9. Faults arising from improper machine operation may VOID WARRANTY.
10. When asking for information on your machine, MENTION the model and serial number. This information
can be found on the characteristics plate incorporated into the machine.
11. With every machine, the manufacturer provides all necessary technical information and the documents
required for its use. KEEP IT IN GOOD CONDITION.

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WARNING!
TRANSPORT, INSTALLATION, INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION
ROUTINES ON GIRBAU EQUIPMENT
1. The actions described in these instructions are strictly reserved for contractually AUTHORISED
TECHNICAL SERVICES (ATS) and personnel who have successfully completed training by Girbau
SA.
2. The company responsible for the Authorised Technical Service accepts full liability for the work done
and any possible consequences that may derive from it.
3. Any actions carried out by personnel who are not authorised by the manufacturer will be considered to
be improper and will result in the automatic voiding of the machine’s warranty.
4. The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for any physical and/or material damage caused by
actions performed on the machine undertaken by unauthorised personnel.
5. Do not store or install the machine in areas exposed to the ELEMENTS or where it may be splashed
by water.
6. The room where the machine is located MUST comply with the environmental conditions (air venting,
temperature, humidity, etc.) specified in the technical specifications table. NEVER INSTALL THE
MACHINE IN ENVIRONMENTS where it will be splashed with water or with high ambient humidity.
7. All installations required for the proper operation of the machine MUST be carried out by a duly
accredited Registered Installation Contractors, in compliance with the legal regulations applicable in
the country of use.
8. Once the corresponding operation has been performed, the ATS staff must perform the final machine
inspection.
9. Avoid carrying out any action on the machine without having first read and understood the machine’s
Installation and Operating Manuals, paying special attention to the Safety Instructions.
10. In any action that modifies the values of the machine’s specifications plate, it should be borne in mind
that:
- It is the responsibility of the ATS to check that the external installation for the machine has been
modified and adapted to the new requirements, particularly to those regarding ducting and
electrical protection.
- It is the responsibility of the ATS to update the specifications plate, in accordance with the new
operation conditions, once the final machine inspection has been performed.
11. Carrying out transport, installation, inspection routines, adjustments, maintenance, repairs, cleaning or
any work on the machines without applying safety measures or having the necessary technical know-
how can lead to ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR SERIOUS ACCIDENTS.
12. When tools designed for specific transport, installation, maintenance and repair routines are available,
their use is compulsory in order to avoid unnecessary risks.
13. Before carrying out any procedures on machines fitted with pneumatic or hydraulic circuits:
- Make the machines COMPLETELY SAFE by following the instructions set out in the corresponding
Manuals or by wedging them with wooden blocks where necessary.
- Bear in mind that working on a component without having previously understood the role that it
performs in the circuit as a whole involves a high risk of suffering a SERIOUS ACCIDENT.