KAESER ASK 28, Operating Manual

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Commissioning, operation and maintenance
During commissioning, operation and maintenance you may be exposed to dangers resulting from,
e.g., electricity, pressure and temperature. Careless actions can cause accidents with severe ad‐
verse effects for your health.
➤ Allow maintenance work to be carried out only by authorised personnel.
➤ Wear close-fitting, flame-resistant clothing. Wear protective clothing as necessary.
➤ Switch off and lock out the power supply disconnecting (isolating) device and check that no
voltage is present.
➤ Check that there is no voltage on potential-free contacts.
➤ Close shut-off valves or otherwise isolate the machine from the compressed air network to en‐
sure that no compressed air can flow back into the machine.
➤ De-pressurise all pressurised components and enclosures.
➤ Allow the machine to cool down.
➤ Do not open the cabinet while the machine is switched on.
➤ Do not open or dismantle any valves.
➤ Use only spare parts approved by KAESER for use in this machine.
➤ Carry out regular inspections:
for visible damages,
of safety installations,
of the EMERGENCY STOP command device,
of any components requiring monitoring.
➤ Pay particular attention to cleanliness during all maintenance and repair work. Cover compo‐
nents and openings with clean cloths, paper or tape to keep them clean.
➤ Do not leave any loose components, tools or cleaning rags on or in the machine.
➤ Components removed from the machine can still be dangerous.
Do not attempt to open or destroy any components taken from the machine.
De-commissioning, storage and disposal
Improper handling of old operating fluids and components represent a danger for the environment.
➤ Drain off fluids and dispose of them according to environmental regulations.
These include, for example, compressor oil and cooling water.
➤ Have refrigerant disposed of by authorized bodies only.
➤ Dispose of the machine in accordance with local environmental regulations.
3.5.3 Organisational Measures
➤ Designate personnel and their responsibilities.
➤ Give clear instructions on reporting faults and damage to the machine.
➤ Give instructions on fire reporting and fire-fighting measures.
3.5.4 Danger Areas
The table gives information on the areas dangerous to personnel.
Only authorised personnel may enter these areas.
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.5 Dangers
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