KSB BOAX-B, Installation & Operating Manual

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2 Safety
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8417.8/20-EN
2.2.1 Prevention of foreseeable misuse
▪ Never exceed the permissible application and operating limits specified in the
data sheet or product literature regarding temperature, etc.
▪ Observe all safety information and instructions in this manual.
2.3 Personnel qualification and training
▪ All personnel involved must be fully qualified to transport, install, operate,
maintain and inspect the product this manual refers to and be fully aware of the
interaction between the valve and the system.
▪ The responsibilities, competence and supervision of all personnel involved in
transport, installation, operation, maintenance and inspection must be clearly
defined by the operator.
▪
Deficits in knowledge must be rectified by means of training and instruction
provided by sufficiently trained specialist personnel. If required, the operator can
commission the manufacturer/supplier to train the personnel.
▪ Hands-on training at the valve and the actuator must always be supervised by
specialist technical personnel.
2.4 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual
▪ Non-compliance with these operating instructions will lead to forfeiture of
warranty cover and of any and all rights to claims for damages.
▪ Non-compliance can, for example, have the following consequences:
– Hazards to persons due to electrical, thermal, mechanical and chemical
effects and explosions
– Failure of important product functions
– Failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing practices
– Hazard to the environment due to leakage of hazardous substances
2.5 Safety awareness
In addition to the safety information contained in this operating manual and the
intended use, the following safety regulations shall be complied with:
▪ Accident prevention, health regulations and safety regulations
▪ Explosion protection regulations
▪
Safety regulations for handling hazardous substances
▪ Applicable standards, directives and laws
2.6 Safety information for the operator/user
▪ Actuator-operated valves are intended for use in areas which cannot be accessed
by unauthorised persons. Operation of these valves in areas accessible to
unauthorised persons is only permitted if appropriate protective devices are
fitted at the site. This must be ensured by the operator.
▪
Fit protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) supplied by the operator for hot,
cold or moving parts, and check that the equipment functions properly. Do not
touch rotating parts.
▪ Do not remove any protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) during operation.
▪ Provide the personnel with protective equipment and make sure it is used.
▪
Contain any leakage of hazardous fluids (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) so as to avoid
any danger to persons and the environment. Adhere to all relevant laws.
▪
Eliminate all electrical hazards. (In this respect refer to the applicable national
safety regulations and/or regulations issued by the local energy supply
companies.)