HEROSE 093 Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions
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2.3 Requirements for persons who work with the gate valve
Persons could be seriously injured or killed if the gate valve is used improperly. In order to avoid
accidents, all persons who work with the gate valve must meet the following minimum requirements.
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They are physically capable of controlling the gate valve.
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They can safely carry out the work with the gate valve within the scope of these operating
instructions.
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They understand the operating principles of the gate valve within the scope of their work and are able
to recognise and avoid the hazards of the work.
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They have understood the operating instructions and are able to implement the information of the
operating instructions accordingly.
2.4 Personal protective equipment
Missing or unsuitable personal protective equipment increases the risk of damage to health and injuries to
people.
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The following protective equipment is to be provided and worn during work:
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Protective clothing
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Safety shoes
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Define and use additional protective equipment depending on the application and the media:
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Safety gloves
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Eye protection
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Ear protection
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Wear the specified personal protective equipment for all work on the gate valve.
2.5 Additional equipment and spare parts
Additional equipment and spare parts not conforming to the manufacturer's requirements can negatively
affect the operational safety of the gate valve and cause accidents.
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In order to ensure operational safety, use original parts or parts that conform to the
manufacturer's requirements. If in doubt, have these confirmed by the dealer or manufacturer.
2.6 Adhere to the technical thresholds
If the technical threshold values for the gate valve are not adhered to, the gate valve may sustain
damage, accidents may be caused and people may be seriously injured or killed.
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Adhere to the thresholds. See section "4. Description of the gate valve".
2.7 Safety instructions
DANGER
Hazardous medium.
Escaping operating medium can lead to poisoning, burns and caustic burns!
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Wear the prescribed protective equipment.
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Provide suitable collecting containers.
Slippage of the gate valve out of its souspension.
Danger to life from falling parts!
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Do not suspend gate valves by the handwheel.
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Note the weight specifications and the centre of gravity.
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Only use suitable and approved load handling equipment.
WARNING
Harmful and/or hot/cold conveyed media, lubricants and fuels
Hazardous for persons and the environment!
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Collect and dispose of rinsing medium and any residual media.
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Wear protective clothing and a protective mask.
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Observe legal regulations regarding the disposal of harmful media.