KSB moviBOOST VP, Operating Instructions Manual

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moviBOOST VP
1. General
These operating instructions are intended to facilitate
familiarization with the unit and its designated use.
The manual contains important information for reliable, proper
and efficient operation. Compliance with the operating
instructions is of vital importance to ensure reliability and a
long service life of the unit and to avoid any risks.
These operating instructions do not take into account local
regulations; the operator must ensure that such regulations
are strictly observed by all, including the personnel called in
for installation.
This pump / unit must not be operated beyond the limit values
for the fluid, capacity, speed, density, pressure, temperature
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 additional information or instructions or if the device
is damaged, contact your nearest KSB customer service centre.
2. Safety
These operating instructions contain important information
which must be observed when installing, operating and
maintaining the unit. For this reason, they must be read and
understood by the installing personnel and the responsible
technical staff / operators before the unit is installed and
commissioned. They must always be kept available at the
place of installation of the unit for future reference.
In addition to the general safety instructions laid down in this
chapter on “Safety”, the special safety instructions provided in
other sections must also be observed.
2.1 Symbols used in these operating instructions
Safety information in these operating instructions whose non-
observance might cause hazards to persons is specially
marked with the general hazard sign
safety sign to ISO 7000 - 0434
The electrical danger warning sign is
safety sign to IEC 417 - 5036.
The word
is used to introduce safety instructions whose non-observance
may lead to damage to the machine and its functions.
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Instructions attached directly to the machine, e.g.
- arrow 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 operating, maintaining, servicing,
inspecting and installing the unit must be fully qualified to
carry out the work involved. Areas of responsibility and
personnel monitoring must be clearly specified by the
operator. If the personnel in question does not already
possess the requisite know-how, appropriate training and
instruction must be provided. If required, the operator may
commission the manufacturer / supplier to take care of such
training. In addition, the operator is responsible for ensuring
that the contents of the operating instructions are fully
understood by the responsible personnel.
2.3 Non-compliance with safety instructions
Non-compliance with safety instructions can jeopardize the
safety of personnel, the environment and the machine / unit
itself. Non-compliance with these safety instructions will also
lead to forfeiture of any and all rights to claims for damages.
In particular, non-compliance can, for example, result in :
- failure of important machine / system 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
regulations 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 unit is operating.
- Leakages (e.g. at the shaft seal) of hazardous fluids
handled (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) must be
contained so as to avoid any danger to persons
and the environment. All relevant laws must be
heeded.
- 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,
inspection and installation work
The operator is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance,
inspection and installation work be performed by authorised,
qualified specialist personnel who are thoroughly familiar with
the manual.