BOGE Operating instructions for C 15 series screw compressors
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General
1.2
Introduction
Intended use
Foreseeable Misuse
WARNING!
BOGE compressors, including their additional equipment, are exclusively in-
tended for the compression of air.The air taken in must not contain any ex-
plosive or chemically instable gases or vapours.
Do not exceed the specified final compression temperature.
BOGE compressors are designed for stationary operation.
Ensure that they are only installed and operated in dry and clean rooms.
The emergency stop device of the compressor (emergency stop switch/but-
ton) is exclusively intended to switch off the compressor in case of emergen-
cy.
Operation and control are designed to be executed by trained and authorized
operators.
WARNING!
Never direct the produced compressed air towards persons. Danger to life!
Oil is injected into the pressure rooms of the compressor.
Only use the produced compressed air for breathing or let it come in contact
with foods, if it was treated beforehand.
This BOGE compressor is not explosion protected.
Do not operate in explosive areas or in a possibly explosive atmosphere!
Do not operate the compressor in rooms in which extreme dust, toxic or flam-
mable vapours and gases may occur.
The emergency stop device of the compressor (emergency stop switch/but-
ton) may not be used for operational tripping of the compressor. Make sure
to actuate the OFF button for operational tripping of the compressor.
The following is not permitted:
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Compression of other media than those mentioned under intended use
or compression of air loaded with contaminants.
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Exceeding the final compression pressure indicated on the type plate.
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Altering the safety devices and safety cladding or placing them out of
operation.
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Removing or painting over signs and symbols on the compressor.
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Operation of the compressor by unauthorized or untrained persons.
