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2. Safety
2.1 General warnings
Before carrying out any operation on the pump, it is important to read this manual. Always observe the safety regulations
of the nation in which the pump is installed and the need to use specialised personnel in the various operations of
maintenance, operation, installation, etc. required during the life of the pump.
The main rules of conduct to be observed to work at a good safety level are the following:
The operations of installation, operation, maintenance, etc. must always be carried out by qualified and trained
personnel.
It is good practice to always wear the foreseen personal protection equipment without exception.
Always carry out all of the cleaning, adjustment and maintenance operations ensuring that the power supplies are
disconnected.
Never direct jets of water toward the electrical parts, even if they are protected by housings.
Never smoke during operation or maintenance, especially in the event that flammable solvents or materials are
used.
Do not damage the labels, signs and pictograms applied to the pump. In the event that they are damaged
inadvertently, replace them immediately with identical ones.
Checking the chemical compatibility of the pump construction materials with the fluid that you intend to pump. An
incorrect choice could cause, in addition to damage to the pumps and the lines, serious risk to personnel (leaking of
products that are irritants and harmful to the health) and to the environment.
Never exceed the maximum permitted operating pressure value for the pump and the components connected to it.
If in doubt, see the data on the machine's label.
Use only original spare parts.
If you must replace components with others, ensure that they are suitable to function at the pump's maximum
operating pressure.
DropsA S.p.A. will not be held liable for damage to people or objects stemming from improper use of the pump, tampering
with its safety devices or failing to observe occupational health and safety regulations.
ATTENTION
Never try to stop or deviate any leaks with your hands or other parts of the body.
ATTENTION
The warnings on risks using a lubricant pump implies must be carefully read. The user must be familiar with
operation through the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
2.2 Residual risks
DANGER
The pump was designed in such a way so as to reduce residual risk for personnel to a minimum. Nevertheless, we urge caution and
attention in carrying out maintenance operations. Unfortunately, the familiarity achieved through frequent contact with the pump often
leads to forgetting or underestimating any risks.
The hazards that have not been entirely eliminated, but that have been deemed acceptable, are listed
below:
Contact with lubricant during maintenance or filling the reservoir
During the maintenance phase, low pressure spurts of lubricant are possible. (For this reason,
maintenance operations must be carried out using suitable PPE, in accordance with the prevailing
regulations).
Protection from direct or indirect contact with the lubricant must be ensured by the machine user.
