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1 General information
1.1 Notes on the operating instructions
The content structure is based on the life cycles of the re-
ceiver VarioTec-868 DC (hereinafter referred to as "device").
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to
the specications stated in these operating instructions at
any time. in individual cases, these may be dierent from
the respective design of the device. However, the functional
information will not undergo signicant changes or become
invalid. The current version of the specications may be
requested from the manufacturer at any time. No claims
may be asserted against the manufacturer as a result of
this. Deviations from text or picture statements are possible
and depend on the technical development, features, and
accessories of the device. Deviating information on special
versions will be explained by the manufacturer in the sales
documentation. Other information shall remain unaected
by these provisions.
1.2 Standards and directives
During the design process, the basic health and safety re-
quirements of the applicable laws, Standards and Directives
were complied with. The safety is conrmed by the declara-
tion of conformity (see Chapter 6, EC Declaration of Confor-
mity). All safety information in these operating instructions
refer to the laws and regulations currently applicable in
Germany. All instructions in the operating instructions shall
be observed without limitation and at all times. Beside the
safety instructions contained in these operating instructions,
the provisions for accident prevention, environmental pro-
tection and occupational safety, which are applicable for the
operating site, must be observed. Provisions and standards
for the safety rating can be found in the EC Declaration of
Conformity.
1.3 Intended use
The device is designed for central use as a drive controller
or as a group controller for comfort control of electric shut-
ters, awnings, blinds, and roller blinds. It is also a radio re-
ceiver elero ProLine 2 radio transmitters as well as a wired
controller for roller shutters and sun protection.
The device may be used only as a elero ProLine or Pro-
Line 2 radio control in conjunction with elero drive motors
(blind systems, awnings, and roller blinds systems). The
software corresponds to software safety classication A.
The environment for the intended use are residential and
commercial areas as well as small businesses.
Further elds of application must be discussed in advance
with the manufacturer, elero GmbH Antriebstechnik (see
Chapter 9, Manufacturer's address).
The operator will be solely responsible for damages resul-
ting from improper use of the device. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for personal or material damages
caused by misuse or procedural errors, and by improper
operation and commissioning.
Only if used according to the specications of these opera-
ting instructions, safe and proper use and safe operation of
the device are guaranteed.
1.4 Foreseeable improper use
A foreseeable improper use is the use in a way that is not
intended by the manufacturer or supplier, but which may
arise from foreseeable human behavior (e.g., through carel-
essness or lack of concentration).
