GEA D-tec D, Operating Instruction

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2.8 Residual dangers
Dangerous situations can be avoided by safety-conscious and proactive
behaviour of the personnel and by wearing personal protective equipment.
Residual dangers on the valve and measures
Danger Cause Measure
Danger to life Inadvertent switch-on
of the valve Effectively disconnect all components,
effectively prevent switch-on.
Electric power Observe the following safety rules:
1.
Isolate from the power supply.
2. Take appropriate measures to prevent
switch on.
3. Test absence of voltage.
4. Earthing and short-circuiting.
5.
Cover or safeguard any adjacent live parts.
Spring tension in the
actuator Danger to life caused by compression spring in
the actuator. Do not open the actuator but
return it to GEA Tuchenhagen for proper
disposal.
Risk of injury Danger presented by
moving or sharp-
edged parts The operator must exercise caution and
prudence.
For all work:
• Wear suitable work clothing.
•
Never operate the machine if the cover
panels are not correctly fitted.
• Never open the cover panels during the
operation.
• Never reach into openings.
As a precautionary measure, wear personal
protective equipment in the vicinity of the valve:
• Protective gloves
• Safety shoes
Environmental
damage Operating materials
with properties which
are harmful to the
environment For all work:
• Collect lubricants in suitable containers.
• Dispose of lubricants in accordance with the
pertinent regulations.
Safety
Residual dangers
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