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44 1538 101-B
Manual flow meter FMOGne
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Safety instructions
The device is a state of the art piece of equipment and has been constructed
according to recognised safety specifications. It is nevertheless possible that use of
the device will present hazards to the operator or to third parties, or may damage the
device or other property. It is therefore essential to act in accordance with these
safety instructions, and in particular with those sections identified as warnings.
Warning notices and symbols
In the operating manual, the following signs are used for highlighting important
information.
Special information for economical use of the equipment.
Special information or "dos and don'ts" for damage prevention.
Information or “dos and don'ts” for the prevention of damage to persons or
equipment.
Appropriate use
The device may only be used if it is in perfect condition, and then only for its
intended purpose, in compliance with all safety regulations, with an awareness of the
potential risks, and according to the operating manual. Any faults that may impair the
safety must be rectified immediately.
The device and its components are only to be used for handling the liquids listed and
the purpose described. Using the machine for any other purpose would constitute
inappropriate use. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss arising as a result
of this, the risk for this is borne only by the operating company.
Organisational measures
This operating manual should always be kept readily available at the site of
operation! Each person concerned with the assembly, commissioning, maintenance
and operation of the equipment must have read and understood the entire operating
manual. It is essential that the type plate and the warning notices attached to the
device are observed, and are maintained in a fully readable condition.
Qualified personnel
The operating, maintenance and assembly personnel must be appropriately qualified
for their work. The areas of responsibility, competences and supervision of the
personnel must be precisely regulated by the operating company. If the personnel do
not have the required knowledge, they must be trained and instructed. The operating
company must also ensure that the contents of the operating manual are properly
understood by the personnel.
Waters protection
The device has been designed to handle water hazardous substances. The regulations
on the operating place (e.g. Water Resources Act WHG, = ordinance on installations for
handling of substances hazardous to water VAwS) must be adhered to.