Caution
Ixo RW / Ixo RWS
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1
General
This KSB pump has been developed in accordance with state-
of-the-art technology; it is manufactured with utmost care and
subject to continuous quality control.
These operating instructions are intended to facilitate familia-
risation with the pump and its designated use.
The manual contains important information for reliable, proper
and efficient operation. Compliance with the operating instruc-
tions is of vital importance to ensure reliability and a long ser-
vice life of the pump and to avoid any risks.
These operating instructions do not take into account local re-
gulations; the operator must ensure that such regulations are
strictly observed by all, including the personnel called in for in-
stallation.
This pump must not be operated beyond the limit values for the
medium handled, capacity, speed, density, pressure, tempera-
ture and motor rating specified in the technical documentation.
Make sure that operation is in accordance with the instructions
laid down in this manual or in the contract documentation.
The name plate indicates the type series / size, main operating
data and works/serial number; please quote this information in
all queries, repeat orders and particularly when ordering spare
parts.
If you need any additional information or instructions exceed-
ing the scope of this manual or in case of damage, please con-
tact KSB’s nearest customer service centre.
2
Safety
These operating instructions contain fundamental information
which must be complied with during installation, operation and
maintenance. Therefore, this operating manual must be read
and understood both by the installing personnel and the re-
sponsible trained personnel / operators prior to installation and
commissioning, and it must always be kept close to the loca-
tion of operation of the pump for easy access.
Not only must the general safety instructions laid down in this
chapter on ”Safety” be complied with, but also the safety in-
structions outlined under specific headings.
2.1
Marking of Instructions in the Manual
The safety instructions contained in this manual whose non-
observance might cause hazards to persons are specially
marked with the general hazard sign, namely
safety sign in accordance with ISO 7000 -- 0434,
The electrical danger warning sign is
safety sign in accordance with IEC 417 -- 5036.
The word
is used to introduce safety instructions whose non-observance
may lead to damage to the pump and its functions.
Instructions attached directly to the machine, e.g.
-- arrows indicating the direction of rotation
-- markings for fluid connections
must always be complied with and be kept in a perfectly legible
condition at all times.
2.2
Personnel Qualification and Training
All personnel involved in the operation, maintenance, inspec-
tion and installation of the unit must be fully qualified to carry
out the work involved.
2.3
Non-compliance with Safety Instructions
Non-compliance with safety instructions can jeopardise the
safety of personnel, the environment and the pump itself. Non-
compliance with these safety instructions will also lead to for-
feiture of any and all rights to claims for damages.
In particular, non-compliance can, for example, result in:
-- failure of important pump functions
-- failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing practices
-- hazard to persons by electrical, mechanical and chemical
effects
-- hazard to the environment due to leakage of hazardous
substances.
2.4
Safety Awareness
It is imperative to comply with the safety instructions contained
in this manual, the relevant national health and safety regula-
tions and the operator’s own internal work, operation and
safety regulations.
2.5
Safety Instructions for the Operator / User
-- Any hot or cold components that could pose a hazard must
be equipped with a guard by the operator.
-- Guards which are fitted to prevent accidental contact with
moving parts (e.g. coupling) must not be removed whilst the
machine is operating.
-- Leakages (e.g. of shaft seal) of hazardous media handled
(e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) must be contained so as to avoid
any danger to persons and the environment. Pertinent legal
provisions must be adhered to.
-- Electrical hazards must be eliminated. (In this respect refer
to the relevant safety regulations applicable to different
countries and/or the local energy supply companies.)
2.6
Safety Instructions for Maintenance, In-
spection and Installation Work
The operator must read this manual thoroughly prior to main-
tenance, inspection and installation work.
Work on the pump must be carried out only during standstill.
The shutdown procedure described in the manual for taking
the pump out of service must be adhered to without fail.
Pumps or pump units handling media injurious to health must
be decontaminated and flushed.
Immediately following completion of the work, all safety-rel-
evant and protective devices must be re-installed and/or re-
activated.
Please observe all instructions set out in the chapter on ”Com-
missioning” before returning the pump to service.
