Before removing any pressurized part, separate the
power unit eectively from all sources of pressure and
release the pressure from the complete system.
Never use inammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride
to clean parts.
Take precautions against poisonous vapours from
cleaning agents.
Absolute cleanliness is essential during maintenance
and when carrying out repairs.
Only carry out maintenance and repair work when the
machine is located on an even, stable base and is
secured against running away and against buckling.
Checks, maintenance and repair work may only be
carried out with the screw compressor being at rest and
depressurized.
Protective devices, i.e. protective grids, may not be
removed during operation.
Be careful when the screw compressor is in operation.
Protective equipment to be removed for this work, has to
be retted after completion of these activities.
Operation of the machine without protective equipment
is not permitted.
When working on a running screw com pressor system,
working clothes have to be close-tting.
Maintenance
During maintenance and repair work, the employer has
to inform the insured persons about the dangers that
can occur during their work and about measures to avert
such dangers.
The personnel have to support all measures to improve
safety at work.
Safety equipment for the prevention or elimination of
danger has to be maintained regularly and functionally
checked at least once a year. Faults observed have to be
immediately rectied and / or reported to the responsible
person.
Only use the correct tools for maintenance and repair
work. Only use original spare parts.
All maintenance and repair work may only be carried out
when the system is shut down, or, with electrical systems,
when the mains power supply is switched o. Make sure
that the equipment cannot be switched on by accident.
If the machine / unit has been completely switched
o for maintenance and repair work, it must be
safeguarded against being switched on again
unexpectedly, or, with electrical systems, the mains
power supply must be disconnected:
■ remove the ignition key and / or put up a warning
sign on the main switch « Attention! Maintenance
work. ». Close o the complete maintenance area, if
required.
■ disconnect the starter battery.
Before removing any part under pressure, separate the
power unit eectively from all sources of pressure and
release the pressure from the complete system.
Observe the safety precautions for work on batteries.
Pay attention to cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering
by sealing the parts and exposed openings with a clean
cloth, paper, or tape.
Before the power unit is approved for operation after
maintenance or an overhaul, make sure that operating
temperatures and time settings are correct and that the
control and shutdown devices are working properly.
The electric motor, generator, air lter, electrical
components and control equipment are to be protected
against the pen etration of dampness - for example when
cleaning with a steam jet - by covering and sealing them.
Under no circumstances should the sound-insulating
material be removed or modied.
Never use solvents with dangerous properties for
cleaning parts.
Maintenance work, tests and repairs should be carried
out in a well ventilated room, away from heat, open
ames or sparks. Appropriate prohibition signs (re,
open ames, no smoking) must be put up.
Wear suitable eye protection when inspecting the system.
Make sure that the openings of spray containers, valves.