KIRLOSKAR i-HT, Instruction On Installation, Operation And Maintenance

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IOM/i_HT Issue Date: 26/06/2009
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Last Revision:26/10/2009
GENERAL INFORMATION & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. The products supplied by KBL have 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. Installation, operation and maintenance personnel must use
safe working practices at all the times.
1.1
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.
A pump duty nameplate 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. If
accidental loss or damage occur, contact KBL immediately.
1.2
Access to the equipment should be restricted to the person net responsible for installation, operation
and maintenance and they must be trained, adequately qualified and supplied with appropriate tools for
their respective tasks.
1.3 Most accidents involving product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by failure to observe
safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially situations
before an accident occurs. A person must be aware of potential hazard associated in activities of
installation, operation and maintenance of equipments.
1.4 KBL requires that, all personnel that are responsible for installation, operation or maintenance of the
equipment, have access to and study the product instruction manual BEFORE any work is done and
that they will comply with all local and industry based safety instructions and regulations.
1.5 Ear defenders should be worn where the specified equipment noise level exceeds locally defined safe
levels. Safety glasses or goggles or face shield should be worn where working with pressurized
systems and hazardous substances. Other personal protection equipment must be worn where local
rules apply. Wear safety shoes, helmets and cotton overall [Apron] when you enter pump house. Noise
level should not exceed 90 dbA and 110 dbA for motor driven and engine driven pumps, respectively.
1.6 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, which could catch on the controls or become trapped in the
equipment.
1.7 Read the instruction manual before installation, operation or maintenance of the equipment. Check and
confirm that you are referring relevant copy of the manual by comparing pump type on the nameplate
and with that on the manual.
1.8 Note the “Limits of product application permissible use” specified in the manual. Operation of the
equipment beyond these limits will increase the rist from hazards noted below and may lead to
premature and hazardous pump failure.
1.9 Clear and easy access to all controls, gauges and dials etc must be maintained at all times. Hazardous
or flammable materials must not be stored in pump rooms unless safe areas or racking and suitable
container have been provided.
1.10 Use suitable earthing and tripping devices for electrical equipments.
2.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE,
LUBRICATION, REPAIR OF THIS KBL PRODUCT COULD
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
If any tool, procedure, work method and operation technique is not recommended by KIRLOSKAR
BROTHERS LIMITED is used or followed, it should be ensured that it is a safe for personnel around and
others. It should also be ensured that the product will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation,
lubrication and maintenance or repair procedures you choose.
3.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHILE HANDLING AND STORAGE
When lifting the pump, use the lifting points specified on general arrangement drawing, if provided. Use
lifting equipment having a safe working load rating suitable for the weight specified. Use suitable slings for
lifting pump, which is not provided, with lifting points. The use of forklift truck and chain crane sling