Chapter 2: Safety
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7 | Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions EASYCHLORGEN
2. Safety
2.1 General warnings
The following warnings are intended to help you to eliminate the
dangers that can arise while handling the device. Risk prevention
measures always apply regardless of any specifi
c action.
Safety instructions warning
against risks arising from specific
activities or situations can be found in the respective sub-
chapters.
DANGER!
Mortal danger from electric shock!
Live parts can inflict fatal injuries.
Ensure that the mains voltage is switched off before
opening the control cabinet door.
DANGER!
Danger to life through explosions!
When using dosing devices without ATEX certification in a
potentially explosive area, explosions can occur that result in
fatal injuries.
Never use the device in potentially explosive areas
DANGER!
Increased risk of accidents due to insufficient
qualification of personnel!
The equipment and accessories may only be installed, operated
and maintained by personnel with sufficient qualifications.
Insufficient qualification will increase the risk of accidents.
Ensure that all action is taken only by personnel with
sufficient and corresponding qualifications.
Prevent access to the system for unauthorised persons.
2.2 Hazards due to non-compliance with the safety
instructions
Failure to follow the safety instructions may endanger not only
persons, but also the environment and the device.
•
failure of important functions of the device and of the
corresponding system
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failure of required maintenance and repair methods
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danger to persons
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danger to the environment caused by substances
leaking from the system.
2.3 Working in a safety-conscious manner
Besides the safety instructions specified in these operating
instructions, further safety rules apply and must be followed:
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accident prevention regulations
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safety and operating provisions
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environmental protection provisions
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applicable standards and legislation
2.4 Personal protective equipment
Based on the degree of risk posed by the dosing medium and the
type of work you are carrying out, you must use corresponding
protective equipment. Although the dosing media produced by
the EASYCHLORGEN system is classified non-hazardous, the
following protective equipment is recommended when carrying
out certain tasks:
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Commissioning
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Working on pressurised dosing devices
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Shutdown
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Maintenance
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Disposal
Protective clothing Protective Gloves Goggles
2.5 Personnel qualification
Any personnel who work on the device must have appropriate
special knowledge and skills. Anybody who works on the product
must meet the conditions below:-
attendance at all the training courses offered by the
owner
personal suitability for the respective activity
sufficient qualification for the respective activity
training in how to handle the device
