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Safety instructions
Improper maintenance
Serious injuries
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Machine may only be maintained by authorised, trained personnel who are
familiar with how to operate the machine and are in strict observance of all
safety instructions.
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If possible, only perform maintenance work when the machine is discon-
nected from all energy sources and an unintentional restart is prevented.
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Disconnect machine from power supply before carrying out work at elec-
trical devices.
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Properly reinstall all components after the maintenance work and check for
function.
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As part of the machine maintenance, the whole machine, including the
safety devices, must be checked regularly for damage.
Exceeding the lifespan of protective devices that carry out a safety function
Serious injuries
The safety devices have a lifespan of 20 years. If safety devices are used
exceeding their lifespan, the proper function of the safety devices can not be
guaranteed. Deficiently maintained safety devices can cause severe injury.
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Safety devices have to be replaced by expert personnel from Felder Group
before the end of the lifespan.
Improper replacement or reparation of safety devices with safety function
Serious injuries
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Only let safety devices be replaced or repaired by expert personnel of the
Felder Group.
Improper correction of malfunctions
Serious injuries
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Wait for all parts to be still.
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Disconnect machine from all energy sources and secure against restarting.
Improper changes and modifications to the machine
Improper changes and modifications to the machine can cause malfunctions. This
can cause severe injury.
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Do not make changes and modifications.
2.8
Foreseeable misuses
The examples given highlight possible dangers. No claims of completeness.
This information is intended to enable users to assess hazards and risks.
General misuse:
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Disregard operating instructions.
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Operating the machine, even if the operation manual is not complete or is
not available in the language of the country it is being operated in.
