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Safety and environment
2.1
General
This DP-Pumps product has been developed in
accordance with state-of-the-art technology; it is
manufactured with utmost care and subject to
continuous quality control.
DP-Pumps does not accept any liability for damage
and injury caused by not observing the directions and
instructions in this manual. This also applies in cases
of carelessness during the installation procedure, use
and maintenance of the product.
Non-compliance with safety instructions can
jeopardize the safety of personnel, the environment
and the product itself. Non-compliance with these
safety instructions will also lead to forfeiture of any
and all rights to claims for damages.
In particular, non-compliance can, for example, result
in:
•
failure of important pump/system functions,
•
failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing
practices,
•
injury to persons by electrical, mechanical and
chemical effects,
•
hazard of the environment due to leakage of
hazardous substances,
•
explosions.
Depending on specific activities, extra safety
measures may be required. Contact DP-Pumps if
during use a potential danger arises.
ATTENTION
The owner of the product is responsible
for compliance with the local safety
regulations and internal company
guidelines.
ATTENTION
Not only must the general safety
instructions laid down in this chapter
on "Safety" be complied with, but also
the safety instructions outlined under
specific headings
2.2
Users
All personnel involved in the operation, maintenance,
inspection and installation of the product must be fully
qualified to carry out the work involved.
Personnel responsibilities, competence and
supervision must be clearly defined by the operator. If
the personnel in question is not already in possession
of the required know-how, appropriate training and
instruction must be provided. If required, the operator
may commission the manufacturer / supplier to take
care of such training. In addition, the operator is
responsible for ensuring that the contents of the
operating instructions are fully understood by the
responsible personnel.
2.3
Safety provisions
The product has been designed with the greatest
possible care. Original parts and accessories meet
the safety regulations. Modifications in the
construction or the use of non-original parts may lead
to a safety risk.
ATTENTION
Make sure that the product operates
within its working range. Only then the
product performance is guaranteed.
2.3.1
Labels on the product
The icons, warnings and instructions applied to the
product are part of the safety provisions. The labels
may not be removed or covered. Labels must remain
legible during the entire life of the product. Replace
immediately damaged labels.
