ATEX Retractor System TANKO-RT/-RTS
14/121
Translation - Operating/installation instructions 2020/01
2 Safety
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Warnings in the documentation of externally supplied assembly groups must be adhered to and
incorporated into the hazard assessments for the specific workplace.
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For installation of the device in a plant, the owner must guarantee safe access using steps,
platforms and rails in accordance with EN 14122-1-3.
Connections:
Before operating the machine with the device, the owner must make sure that the local regulations are
observed for assembly, installation and start-up, if these tasks are performed by the owner.
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Hydraulic connections must fulfill the requirements of EN ISO 4413.
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Pneumatic connections must meet the requirements of EN ISO 4414.
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The grounding measures must be implemented and checked prior to start-up of the device, including
the container.
NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION
Any person working in a hazardous area must be regularly instructed with regard to
the necessity of grounding measures and they should also be made aware of typical
grounding faults (e.g. subsequent grounding of objects or devices that are already
charged).
NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION
When operating the device on a container, the resulting ignition hazards “mechanically
generated sparks” (see
Section 5.2 Installation
) and “static electricity” (see
Section 3.4 Cleaning
) must be considered by the user within the framework
of a hazard/risk assessment.