2 Safety
2.4
Safety precautions
General considerations
To prevent hazardous reactions between the processed fluid and the materials of construction, the materials of construction
must be suitable for the application.
The auxiliary equipment chosen for the application must be suitable.
Education
Personnel installing, operating or carrying out maintenance on the pump or any sub-component must have the necessary
knowledge about the LKHex UltraPure pump range. Necessary knowledge includes the understanding of:
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Function of the pump, motor and shaft seal.
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Maintenance/service of the pump unit, motor and shaft seal.
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Operational limits for the LKHex UltraPure pump range.
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Safety instructions.
Installation
Always read chapter 3 regarding installation carefully before installing the pump unit.
Always ensure that the pump unit is suitable for the application and will stay within the specifications in chapter 4.2
Operating conditions during normal operation.
Always read the technical data thoroughly. (See chapter 6 Technical data.)
Always use a lifting crane when handling the pump.
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Always design the process system in a way so pressure shocks or over pressure is avoided.
Pump with Impeller screw:
Never start in the wrong direction of rotation with liquid in the pump.
Always have the pump electrically connected by authorised personnel. (See the motor instruction)
Never start the pump if the impeller is fitted and the pump casing is removed.
Operation
Always read the chapter 4 Operation before the pump is started.
Always ensure that the pump is operated within the specifications given in chapter 4.2 Operating conditions.
Never touch the pump or the pipelines when pumping hot liquids or when sterilising.
Never run the pump with both the suction side and the pressure side blocked.
Never run the pump when partially installed or not completely assembled.
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Necessary precautions must be taken if leakage occurs as this can lead to hazardous situations.
Always handle lye and acid with great care.
Never use the pump for products not mentioned in the Alfa Laval pump selection program.
Never restart the pump automatically after a system lockout. At restart, it must be ensured that the pump is running within
the specifications given in chapter 4.2 Operating conditions.
The Alfa Laval pump selection program can be acquired from your local Alfa Laval sales company.
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