IOM/GK(P)/CONICAL ISSUE DATE: 10.11.2015
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supplied by Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL) has been designed with safety in
mind; where hazards cannot be eliminated, the risk has been minimized by the
use of guards and other design features. Some hazards cannot be guarded
against and the instructions below MUST BE COMPLIED WITH for safe
operation. These instructions cannot cover all circumstances. It is the
responsibility of the user of the equipment for maintaining safe working
practices at all times. The pumps are supplied with stickers for hazard, caution
and safety wherever these are applicable.
2.1.1
Within the manual, safety instructions are marked with safety symbols.
Hazard.
This symbol refers to general mechanical aspects of safety.
Hazard.
This symbol refers to electrical safety.
This symbol is used to introduce safety instructions whose non-
Observance may lead to damage to the machine and its functions.
2.1.2 KBL products are designed for installation in designated areas, which are to
be kept clean and free of obstructions that may restrict safe access to the
controls and maintenance access points.
Pump name plate is fitted to each unit and must not be removed. Loss of
this plate could make identification impossible. This in turn could affect
safety and cause difficulty in obtaining spare parts. Should accidental loss or
damage occur, contact KBL immediately.
2.1.3
Access to the equipment should be restricted to the personnel responsible
for installation, operation and maintenance and they must be trained,
adequately qualified and supplied with the appropriate tools for their
respective tasks.
2.1.4
KBL firmly insists that all personnel responsible for installation, operation and
maintenance of the equipment must read the manual before any work is
done.
2.1.5
Ear defenders should be worn where the specified equipment noise level
exceeds locally defined safe levels. Safety glasses or goggles should be
worn where working with pressurized systems and hazardous substances.
Other personal protection equipment must be worn where local rules apply.
2.2
DO NOT
wear loose or frayed clothing or jewellery, which
could catch on the controls or becomes trapped in the equipment.
