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2 Safety
2.1 Basic Safety Instructions
► Please read this operator's manual completely before using
the pump and keep it available at the pump installation lo-
cation.
► Heed the applicable national regulations of the owner's
country and the company's work and safety regulations.
► All work described here may only be performed by qualified
experts with caution.
► Danger of contamination: Heed legal and operational safety
regulations when pumping dangerous media.
2.2 Intended Use
The standard FKL Pump Series versions are designed for use in
the food industry, the pharmaceutical and biotechnology indus-
try, and CIP process technology.
The FKL Pump Series are designed for pumping media at ver-
sion- and size-specific maximum temperatures and pressures.
(see
Chapter 11.1, "Specifications," page 28 ).
The pump flow direction can be selected freely. The FKL Pump
Series can generate a vacuum in the suction line.
Each pump is designed according to customer requirements.
The seal materials have been selected for the respective medi-
um.
The pump may only be used under the operating conditions
specified in the order. Please refer to the
Order-Related Docu-
ments. For other operating conditions, please contact Fristam .
2.3 Improper Use
The standard FKL Pump Series versions may not be used in ex-
plosive atmospheres.
Pumping of media other than those specified can destroy the
pump.
Pumping of foreign objects with the medium can block and de-
stroy the pump.
Standard pump units from Fristam are described in this opera-
tor's manual. If nonstandard items or extras are installed, the op-
erator assumes the responsibility for operation. Modifications
and changes to the pump are only permissible with the consent
of Fristam.
2.4 Pump-Specific Safety Instructions
Impermissible Pressure Range
Personal injury and material damage from leakage or bursting of
pump.
► Maintain the pump pressure within the specified pressure
range. (see
Chapter 11.1.2, "Maximum Discharge Pressures,"
page 28 ).
Impermissible Temperature Range
Personal injury and material damage from leakage or bursting of
pump.
► Maintain the pump temperature within the specified tem-
perature range. See
Chapter 11.1.3, "Maximum Medium Tem-
peratures," page 28 .
Cold Firefighting Water on Hot Pump
Material damage.
►
When extinguishing a fire do not point the water jet at the
pump.
► Let the pump cool down as slowly as possible.
Hot Pump Surface
Contact burns from touching the pump.
► Check the temperature before touching the pump.
► Only touch the pump if you are wearing heat-resistant
gloves.
Noise Emissions From Running Pump
Hearing damage. The A-weighted sound pressure level of the
pump can be greater than 80 dBA.
►
Always wear ear protectors in the vicinity of the running
pump.
► The local noise exposure regulations must be complied with.
2.5 Warning and Instruction Labels
►
Do not alter or remove the labels on the pump.
► Immediately replace damaged or lost labels with ones that
are true to the originals.
2.5.1 Hot Surface
Fig. 1 Safety label: "Hot Surface"
This label indicates that parts can become hot during operation
or, if applicable, that hot media is being pumped here. Check
the temperature before touching the pump. Only touch the
pump if you are wearing suitable gloves.