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Safety instructions
Risk of physical injuries by crushing of extremities
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There is a risk of injury when lifting heavy loads during assembly operations, possibly resulting in
crushing of hand or other parts of the body.
Safety measures
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Wear protective gloves to prevent injuries while working around heavy loads.
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Make sure all body parts are kept away from the hazardous area while setting down heavy loads.
2.7 Electrical equipment
HAZARD!
Residual voltage after activation
Risk of death by electric shock and severe injuries caused by live components.
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Check for zero potential before performing any work!
Any work on electrical equipment must be carried out by qualified electricians. Always apply the 5 safety rules when working
with electrical components:
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Disconnect from the mains
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Secure against reconnection (by activating the repair switch and installing a safety lock at the same time, if necessary)
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Verify that the installation is dead
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Carry out grounding and short circuiting
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Provide protection against adjacent live parts
Maintenance work must be carried out by qualified and trained staff or maintenance staff. Never use the HPS III hot runner
system with faulty or inoperable electrical connections. In case of energy supply disruptions immediately switch off the
HPS III hot runner system. The maintenance & inspection schedules regarding electrical components given by the manufac-
turers have to be adhered to. Check for damaged insulation at regular intervals.
2.8 Spare and wear parts, auxiliary and operating materials
The use of non-OEM spare and wear parts as well as auxiliary material may pose risks. Only use original parts or parts
approved by EWIKON Heißkanalsysteme GmbH. Only use auxiliary and operating materials which are suitable for their
intended use (compare chapter „5.3 Technical Requirements“).
2.9 Limitation of liability
All information and instructions given in this manual have been compiled in consideration of the applicable standards and
regulations, state of the art as well as our know-how and experience.
EWIKON does not assume liability for any damage caused by:
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Non-observance of this manual
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Improper use
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Use of unskilled staff
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Unauthorised retrofitting or technical modifications
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Use of non-approved spare parts as well as inappropriate auxiliary and operating materials
