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Installation manual surface mounting plugs and
socket outlets, panel mounting plugs and socket
outlets QUICK-CONNECT (16/32 A)
Issue 03.2016
2016-03-29
60003212
Installation manual surface mounting plugs and socket outlets, panel
mounting plugs and socket outlets QUICK-CONNECT (16/32 A)
Table of contents
1 About this manual 3
1.1
Structure of the warnings 3
1.2
Symbols used 4
1.3
Signal words used 4
Intended use 5
2
General safety instructions 7
3
Packaging, transport and storage 7
4
4.1
Packaging 7
4.2
Transport 7
4.3
Storage 7
Design 8
5
Assembly and disassembly 9
6
6.1
Connecting a cable to a 16-A / 32-A surface mounting or panel mounting socket outlet or plug 9
6.2
Disconnecting a cable from a 16-A / 32-A surface mounting or panel mounting socket outlet or plug 12
Cleaning and care 14
7
Decommissioning and disposal 15
8
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About this manual
1
This manual
– describes the assembly and disassembly of plugs and sockets of the QUICK-CONNECT system
of Bals Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG
– is an integral part of the product and must be kept in safe custody during the product service life
– must be read carefully and understood before use and any work.
Structure of the warnings
1.1
The following picture illustrates the structure of a sample warning.
1 Hazard-specific symbol
2 Signal word
3 Type and source of the hazard
4 Possible consequences of failing to comply
5 Procedure for avoiding hazards
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Symbols used
1.2
General warning of a hazardous area
Warning – dangerously high voltage
Notice
Signal words used
1.3
All warnings in this manual are clearly highlighted. The following signal words are used for warnings:
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DANGER Warns of dangers which will lead to serious injuries or to death if the instructions are not fol-
lowed.
WARNING Warns of dangers that may lead to serious injuries or to death and/or cause considerable dam-
age to property if the instructions are not followed.
CAUTION Warns of dangers that may lead to reversible injuries and/or considerable damage to property if
the instructions are not followed.
NOTICE Warns of dangers that may lead to operational disruptions and/or considerable damage to prop-
erty. Damage to the environment, too, may occur if the instructions are not followed.
Installation manual surface mounting plugs and socket outlets, panel
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Intended use
2
The QUICK-CONNECT system is used as a screwless quick-connect system based on the cage clamp
principle in electrical plugs and sockets.
Plugs and sockets with QUICK-CONNECT are built for professional use. The installation and the fixed
connection to the mains supply should be carried out only by trained and qualified experts.
Any use going beyond the intended use is considered to be improper. The manufacturer is not liable
for damages resulting from improper use. Any such risk shall be borne solely by the user.
In case of unauthorised modifications or conversions, the CE conformity becomes null and void, and
thus, also all claims for warranty. Modifications may lead to risks for life and limb as well as damage
to the plugs and sockets or loads connected.
Factory-fitted labels and markings on the plugs and sockets should not be removed, modified or
blurred.
Protect against foreign bodies and impact of weather
The plugs and sockets meet either the protection degree IP44, IP54 or IP67 in accordance with DIN
EN 60529 (VDE 0470-1), depending on the respective design. Each of these mean:
– Protection degree IP44:
– Protected against solid bodies with a diameter beyond 1.0 mm, e.g. a wire
– Protection against water sprayed from all sides
– Protection degree IP54:
– Protected against dust in damaging quantity
– Complete protection against contact
– Protection against water sprayed from all sides
– Protection degree IP67:
– Dust-proof
– Complete protection against contact
– Protection against temporary immersion
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Environment
The following operating temperatures apply for the safe operation of the product:
Standard version
-25 °C ... +40 °C -33 °C ... +49 °C
General safety instructions
3
– Safe use is ensured only if this manual is followed completely.
– Before installation, commissioning or operation, read this manual thoroughly.
– The plugs and sockets must be installed, maintained and put into operation properly by qualified
experts in accordance with the laws, ordinances and standards.
– Keep easily combustible and explosive materials away from the plugs and sockets.
– Handle the cables with care
– by always pulling at the plug and not the cable when unplugging,
– by preventing the cable from getting damaged mechanically,
– by keeping intense heat away.
– Never use faulty products or products with dirty, scratched or damage contacts.
– Keep the contacts on the product clean.
– Avoid tripping hazards.
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Packaging, transport and storage
4
Packaging
4.1
Packaging materials are valuable raw materials and can be reused. The packaging materials should
therefore be brought to an appropriate recycling facility. If this is not possible, dispose of the packaging materials according to the locally applicable regulations.
Transport
4.2
Check the delivery for completeness and integrity. If you identify transit damage or if the delivery is incomplete, notify your dealer or supplier immediately.
Storage
4.3
The product must be stored in clean condition and protected from dust and humidity. The original
packaging is best suited for this purpose.
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Design
5
Based on an example, the following figure illustrates the main components of a QUICK-CONNECT surface mounting / panel mounting socket outlet or a plug.
1 Housing
2 Plug/socket outlet use with screwless QUICK-CONNECT connection technique for all
3 Folding cover
types of copper conductor.
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Conductor cross-sections
The following table displays the possible conductor cross-sections that can be connected to the
16-A/32-A variants:
Design Possible conductor cross-section
16 A 1.5 mm
32 A 2.5 mm2 ... 10 mm
2
... 4 mm
2
2
Technical specifications
The technical specifications of the surface mounting and panel mounting socket outlets or plugs depend on the design. You will find them in our catalogue or on our website http://www.bals.com.
Installation manual surface mounting plugs and socket outlets, panel
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Assembly and disassembly
6
DANGER
Danger to life by electrical voltage
The supply cable may carry high electrical voltage that is fatal. Pay attention to the five safety rules of
electricity:
1. De-energise
2. Secure the supply from being switched on again
3. Ensure the de-energised condition
4. Connect to earth and short circuit
5. Cover or cordon off adjacent live parts
Connecting a cable to a 16-A / 32-A surface mounting or panel mounting socket
6.1
outlet or plug
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised.
2. Strip the cable to the required length.
3. Remove the insulation from the individual conductors (16-A designs: 9 mm; 32-A designs:
12 mm). Twist the multi-strand copper conductors slightly by hand for flexible conductors.
Conductor end sleeves are not necessary but may be used.
ð For surface mounting socket outlets or surface mounting appliance inlets follow the expla-
nation starting from point 4.
ð For panel mounting socket outlets or panel mounting appliance inlets, follow the explana-
tion starting from point 7.
4. Loosen the two housing screws in order to open the housing.
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5. Fix the bottom part of the housing to the wall with the help of the fixing material suitable for
the application.
6. Push the cable through the sealing plugs (4) into the housing. Open the sealing plugs only as
far as necessary so that they can still get sealed. Generally, we recommend using a separate
cable gland for the cable entry.
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7. The terminals are open at the time of delivery. Guide the bare individual conductors into the
opening near the contact slide (6) and press the contact slide (5) in the direction of the arrow
to the side. The contact slide get latched and fixes the individual conductor. Take care to see
that only the bare individual conductor (without insulation) is clamped. Pay attention to the
marking of the terminals and ensure that the assignment of the individual conductors to the
terminals is correct.
8. Check whether the individual conductors are seated tightly by pulling them lightly. If this is not
the case, open the terminal and repeat the previous step.
9. For surface mounting socket outlets and plugs: Tighten the cable gland.
10. Fix the housing with the panel mounting appliance (panel mounting variant) or fix the cover
with screws to the housing (surface mounting variants). NOTICE! With the panel mounting variants, make sure that you insert the gasket, and with the surface mounting variants, that the
insert with the connections is placed correctly into the bottom part of the housing!
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Disconnecting a cable from a 16-A / 32-A surface mounting or panel mounting
6.2
socket outlet or plug
1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised.
2. For surface mounting socket outlets and plugs: Loosen the two housing screws in order to
open the housing.
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3. Open the contact slide (5) by forcing it with a screwdriver and pull the individual conductors
from the terminals.
4. For surface mounting socket outlets and plugs: Pull out the cable from the housing and out of
the sealing plugs (4).
5. Fix the cover with screws to the housing (wall variants).
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Cleaning and care
7
It is recommended to clean the device as required. Use a dry cloth to clean the device. Use a wet cloth
if the device is very dirty.
DANGER
Electrical voltage
The device contains parts that carry hazardous voltage that may be fatal.
1. Pull out the plugs to the loads before cleaning them.
2. Make sure that the plug covers are closed.
3. Never use steam or water jet cleaners.
NOTICE
Damage to the plastic parts.
Corrosive cleaning agents may attack or destroy the plastic parts.
Use only a cloth moistened with water for cleaning.
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Decommissioning and disposal
8
Send the worn-out product for recycling or for proper disposal. Always make sure to observe and follow the local regulations.
The product should not be disposed of in household waste. Environmental damage and risk to personal health are avoided with proper disposal.
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Bals Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Burgweg 22
57399 Kirchhundem
GERMANY
Tel.: +49 27 23 / 7 71-0
Fax: +49 27 23 / 7 71-1 77
E-mail: info@bals.com
Disclosure to third parties only with the consent of
Bals Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved.
Only valid at the time of printing. Update when reused.
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