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2. Safety
The manufacturer does not accept any liability
for damage resulting from disregard of this
documentation.
2.1 Intended use
Only use the pump to handle compatible uids as
recommended by the manufacturer
(g 10.1 Technical specications).
Adhere to the operating limits.
Consult the manufacturer regarding any other use
of the pump.
Pumps delivered without a motor must be tted
with a motor in accordance with the provisions of
EC Machine Directive 2006/42/EC.
Prevention of obvious misuse (examples)
Note the operating limits of the pump with regard to
temperature, pressure, ow rate and motor speed
(g 10.1 Technical specications).
Do not operate the pump while the inlet/outlet valve
is closed.
Only install the pump as recommended in this manual.
For example, the following are not allowed:
– Installing the pump without proper support.
– Installation in the immediate vicinity of extreme hot
or cold sources.
2.2 General safety instructions
Observe the following regulations before carrying
out any work.
2.2.1 Product safety
These operating instructions contain fundamental
information which must be complied with during
installation, operation and maintenance. Therefore
this operating manual must be read and
understood both by the installing personnel and
the responsible trained personnel / operators prior
to installation and commissioning, and it must
always be kept easily accessible within the
operating premises of the machine.
Not only must the general safety instructions laid
down in this chapter on “Safety” be complied with,
but also the safety instructions outlined under
specic headings.
Operate the pump only if the pumping unit and all
associated systems are in good functional
condition.
Only use the pumping system as intended, fully
aware of safety and risk factors involved,
and in adherence to the instructions in this manual.
Keep this manual and all other applicable documents
complete, legible and accessible to personnel at all
times.
Refrain from any procedure or action that would pose
a risk to personnel or third parties.
In the event of any safety-relevant faults, shut down the
pump immediately and have the malfunction
corrected by qualied personnel.
The installation of the pump, associated pipe work and
electrical ttings must comply with the requirements
of installation given in this manual and any local
national or regional health and safety regulations.
2.2.2 Obligation of the operating company
Safety-conscious operation
Ensure that the following safety aspects are observed
and monitored:
– Adherence to intended use
– Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention
regulations
– Safety regulations governing the handling of
hazardous substances if applicable
– Applicable standards and guidelines in the country
where the pump is operated
Make personal protective equipment available
pertinent to operation of the pump; as required.
Qualied personnel
Ensure that all personnel tasked with work on the pump
have read and understood this manual and all other
applicable documents, including the safety,
maintenance and repair information, prior to use or
installation of the pump.
Organize responsibilties, areas of competence and
the supervision of personnel.
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians
only.
Ensure that trainee personnel are under the
supervision of specialist technicians, at all times, when
working on the pumping system.
Safety equipment
Provide the following safety equipment and verify its
functionality:
– For hot, cold and moving parts: safety guarding
should be provided by the operating company.
– For potential build up of electrostatic charge:
ensure appropriate grounding if and when
required.