KAESER SK 22, Operating Manual

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Operating fluids/materials
The used operating fluids and materials can cause adverse health effects. Suitable safety meas‐
ures must be taken in order to prevent injuries.
➤ Strictly forbid fire, open flame and smoking.
➤ Follow safety regulations when dealing with oils, lubricants and chemical substances.
➤ Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
➤ Do not inhale oil mist or vapour.
➤ Do not eat or drink while handling cooling and lubricating fluids.
➤ Keep suitable fire extinguishing agents ready for use.
➤ Use only KAESER approved operating materials.
Unsuitable spare parts
Unsuitable spare parts compromise the safety of the machine.
➤ Use only spare parts approved by the manufacturer for use in this machine.
➤ Use only genuine KAESER replacement parts on pressure bearing parts.
Conversion or modification of the machine
Modifications, additions to and conversions of the machine or the controller can result in unpredict‐
able dangers.
➤ Do not convert or modify the machine!
➤ Obtain written approval by the manufacturer prior to any technical modification or expansion of
the machine, the controller, or the control programs.
Extending or modifying the compressor station
If dimensioned appropriately, pressure relief valves reliably prevent an impermissible rise in pres‐
sure. New dangers may arise if you modify or extend the compressed air station.
➤ When extending or modifying the compressed air system:
Check the blow-off capacity of pressure relief valves on air receivers and compressed air lines
before installing a new machine.
➤ If the blow-off capacity is insufficient:
Install pressure relief valves with larger blow-off capacity.
3.5.2 Safe machine operation
The following is information supporting you in the safe handling of the machine during individual
product life phases.
Personal protective equipment
When working on the machine you may be exposed to dangers that can result in accidents with
severe adverse health effects.
➤ Wear protective clothing as necessary.
Suitable protective clothing (examples):
■ Safety work wear
■ Protective gloves
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.5 Dangers
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