BOGE Operating instructions for scroll compressors, series EO 6...EO 22 D
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Safety
2.1
General safety information
Part 2: Safety
2.1 General safety information
Intended use
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BOGE compressors, including their additional equipment, are exclusively
intended for the compression and treatment of air for industrial purposes.
The air taken in must not contain any explosive or chemically unstable
gases or vapours.
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The specified operating limits of the compressor may not be exceeded.
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Only operate the compressor in line with the permissible ambient condi-
tions.
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BOGE compressors are designed for stationary operation. Ensure that
they are only installed and operated in clean, dry rooms.
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Operating elements and the control are designed for operation by trained
or qualified personnel.
Type DRL and DS compressed air dryers
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These dryers are only suitable for dehumidifying compressed air.
Reasonably foreseeable
misuse
The compressor must be operated within the technical limits of use. Observe
section “Technical data” on page 22. Non-observance of this data is deemed
improper and poses a risk for the operational safety of the compressor and a
danger to the operating personnel. Severe personal injury and / or property
damage may result.
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Never direct the compressed air produced towards persons. Danger of
death!
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Only use the compressed air produced as breathing air or allow it to come
into contact with food if it has been treated beforehand.
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This BOGE compressor is not explosion-proof. Do not operate in explosive
areas or potentially explosive atmospheres.
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Do not operate the compressor in rooms in which extreme dust, toxic or
flammable vapours and gases may be produced.
The following is not permitted:
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Compressing fluids other than those mentioned under intended use or
compressing fluids loaded with contaminants.
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Exceeding the final compression pressure indicated on the rating plate.
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Altering the safety devices and cladding or putting 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 untrained or unauthorised persons.
