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Putting the equipment out of
operation
Removing harmful substances
DANGER
If the equipment is used in contaminated
areas there is a risk of severe injuries or
death caused by harmful substances in or
on the equipment.
Only qualified personnel are allowed to
perform work on contaminated
equipment.
Always wear the protective clothing
prescribed for contaminated areas
when working on the equipment.
Make sure that the equipment is
completely decontaminated before
carrying out any service work.
Follow the pertinent instructions for
handling the hazardous substances in
question.
Qualified personnel must have extensive experience
with and a working knowledge of:
pertinent rules and regulations concerning
handling hazardous substances
special regulations for handling the hazardous
substances encountered on site
using the required personal protective
equipment (PPE) and clothing
CAUTION
Environmental damage may be caused by
poisonous fluid residues.
Before disposing of the equipment
make sure that it is clean and free of
fluid residues.
For the disposal of all materials
observe the pertinent legal regulations
concerning waste disposal.
Remove all residues from the equipment.
For the disposal of all residues observe the
pertinent legal regulations concerning waste
disposal.
Removing the equipment
DANGER
Risk of extremely severe injury or death
due to burns, freezing or intoxication
during work on pipes.
Make sure that there is no hot or cold
fluid in the equipment or pipes.
Make sure that the equipment pipes
are not under pressure.
Make sure that the system is switched
off and secured so it cannot be turned
on by unauthorised persons.
Make sure that the equipment and
pipes are lukewarm.
Wear protective clothing that is
suitable for the fluid, and use suitable
personal protective equipment if
necessary.
Information on suitable protective clothing and PPE
can be found in the safety data sheet of the fluid
used.
CAUTION
Risk of injuries if the equipment falls down.
When removing the equipment make
sure the it is safely held in place and
cannot fall down.
Suitable measures are for instance:
Equipment that is not too heavy may be
supported by a second person.
For heavy equipment use suitable lifting
equipment of sufficient strength.
Detach the end connections of the equipment
from the pipes.
Put the equipment onto a suitable base.
Store the equipment as described on page 10.
