2 Safety
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Only perform work on the pump set when it has been disconnected from the
power supply (de-energised).
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The pump (set) must have cooled down to ambient temperature.
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Pump pressure must have been released and the pump must have been drained.
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When taking the pump set out of service always adhere to the procedure
described in the manual. (
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Decontaminate pumps which handle fluids posing a health hazard.
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As soon as the work has been completed, re-install and re-activate any safety-
relevant devices and protective devices. Before returning the product to service,
observe all instructions on commissioning. (
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation
Never operate the pump (set) outside the limits stated in the data sheet and in this
operating manual.
The warranty relating to the operating reliability and safety of the pump (set)
supplied is only valid if the equipment is used in accordance with its intended use.
2.9 Explosion protection
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DANGER
Always observe the information on explosion protection given in this section when
operating an explosion-proof pump set.
Sections of the manual marked by the symbol opposite apply to explosion-proof
pump sets also when temporarily operated outside potentially explosive
atmospheres.
Pumps / pump sets must not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres unless
marked as explosion-proof
and
identified as such in the data sheet.
Special conditions apply to the operation of explosion-proof pump sets in accordance
with EU Directive
2014/34/EU (ATEX)
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Especially adhere to the sections in this manual marked with the symbol opposite.
The explosion-proof status of the pump is only assured if the pump is used in
accordance with its intended use.
Never operate the product outside the limits stated in the data sheet and on the
name plate.
Prevent impermissible modes of operation.
2.9.1 Repair
Special regulations apply to repair work on explosion-proof pumps. Modifications or
alterations of the pump set can affect explosion protection and are only permitted
after consultation with the manufacturer.
Repair work at the flameproof joints must only be performed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Repair to the values in tables 1 and 2 of EN 60079-1 is
not permitted.
