Chemtrac HydroAct 4, User Manual

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6 Chapter 1. Introduction
Refers to an imminent danger or a potential hazardous situation. Non-compliance can lead
to death or extremely serious injury.
Refers to a potential hazardous situation. Non-compliance can lead to injury or property
damage.
Draws attention to supplementary information to make the work easier and ensure trouble-
free operation. May also appear in conjunction with safety instructions which may endan-
ger the analyzer and its operation if disregarded.
1.1.2 Qualification and Training of Personnel
The personnel employed for installation, operation, inspection, and maintenance, must be suitably
qualified for this work. The areas of responsibility, competence and supervision of the personnel must
be precisely defined by the owner. Personnel who do not have the required know-how must be trained
and instructed. If required, this can also be undertaken by the manufacturer/supplier on behalf of the
owner.
In addition, the owner of the system must ensure that the relevant personnel are fully familiar with
and have understood the contents of this manual.
1.1.3 Important Safety Instructions
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be ob-
served, including the following:
Read and follow all instructions. Save these instructions.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product.
Risk of electric shock. Connect only to a suitable isolated, hard wired electrical outlet. It
is recommended that the outlet is protected by an RCD (Residual Current Detector) or is
in any event in compliance with all local electrical regulations. Do not bury the electrical
supply cable.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged electrical cable immediately.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use an extension cable to connect the unit to
an electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
1.1.3.1 Hazards due to non-compliance
Failure to comply with the safety instructions may endanger not only people, but also the environment
and the unit. The following hazards in particular may arise:
• Failure of major unit functions.
• Failure of specified methods for maintenance and repair.
• Danger to people due to electrical, mechanical and chemical effects.