BOGE Operating instructions for scroll compressors, series EO 6...EO 22 D
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Safety
2.2
Safety information for operating the compressor
Scroll compressor,
drive, air system
WARNING
Danger from overpressure, e.g. due to sudden discharge of fluids or
bursting of components!
In the event of damage, malfunctioning or incorrect use, fluids under high
pressure can escape from pipes or individual components and cause severe
injuries.
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Work on the system and components may only be carried out by skilled
personnel.
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Wear PPE.
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Depressurise pressurised system components before working on them.
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It is forbidden to operate the compressor unit without suitable safety
devices.
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Safety devices must not be removed or shut down.
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The maximum permitted operating limits must not be exceeded.
WARNING
Risk of burns from hot surfaces and fluids!
High temperatures are produced during the compression process. There is
a risk of injury from touching hot surfaces or from hot fluids escaping.
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The compressor unit must not be operated without suitable safety devic-
es, e.g. isolating protective equipment.
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The work may only be carried out by skilled personnel.
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Wear PPE.
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Before carrying out any work ensure that all hot components have cooled
down to 50°C.
WARNING
Moving parts or sharp edges!
Risk of injury due to moving parts or sharp edges that can cause body parts
to become caught, jammed, cut off or crushed. Non-observance of the safety
information can result in serious injuries.
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The compressor unit must not be operated without suitable safety devic-
es, e.g. isolating protective equipment.
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The work may only be carried out by skilled personnel.
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Wear PPE.