Fire Fighting Enterprises Vibration Switch: Weatherproof - Manual (Page 2)

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2. Warnings and Cautions
Read all Warnings and Cautions before Installation and Set-up.
2.1 Warnings
2.2 Cautions
WARNING !
• Risk of electric shock
3. Mechanical Installation
3.1 Introduction
The following tools will be needed:
• 3mm hexagon key for lid screws
• 4mm hexagon key to adjust SET LEVEL
• Wire strippers and wire cutters
• 3mm flat blade torque screwdriver for terminal block electrical connections
• 5mm flat blade torque screwdriver for internal protective earth terminal
• Adjustable spanner to fit cable gland
• For electrical safety, the vibration switch must be earthed
• For your own safety, disconnect all electrical power to the vibrating machine and ensure the
vibrating machine cannot operate during installation. Follow all safety warnings of the
machine manufacturer
• Type 3171S vibration switches use a solenoid supply excepted circuit, completely separate
from the primary switching circuit, rated at 5A maximum. It must be fused appropriately and
have an in line isolation device that is identified both at the vibration switch and isolation
device
• Installation of the vibration switch shall only be carried out by qualified personnel
• Remove vibration switch from carton
• Vibration switch is factory set to 3 g, unless a preset switch has been ordered
• To reduce the risk of damaging internal components and wiring, installation and wiring must
be performed within a temperature range of -10°C to +50°C
• Do not allow moisture or other airborne contaminants inside the switch as they can cause
corrosion
• When closing the lid, ensure the seal is not lost or damaged.
• To avoid corrosion inside the vibration switch keep enclosure sealed before and after
installation