Introduction
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Means of presentation
DANGER!
A safety note with the signal word DANGER! warns of personal hazards that could possibly lead to serious or
fatal injuries.
WARNING!
A safety note with the signal word WARNING! warns of personal hazards which could possibly lead to moderate
injuries.
ATTENTION!
A safety note with the signal word ATTENTION! warns of material damage and personal hazards that can lead
to minor injuries.
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Basic safety instructions
DANGER!
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Contact with dangerous substances can lead to poisoning and burns. The safety instructions in the
corresponding EC Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be observed!
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The filter system may be under pressure. Vent it by slowly opening a vent screw on the filter system or
at another suitable point in the application.
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In this case, wear adequate protective clothing (safety glasses, face protection).
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Inflamed filter materials (e.g. fuel, oil) can cause serious burns.
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Keep these filter materials away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces!
WARNING!
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The operator of the machine or system is responsible for providing working and protective equipment
which complies with the basic national safety and accident prevention regulations! This also includes
using these working and protective equipment only within the scope of its intended use.
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Always ensure sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves and body
protection.
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Ensure that only trained specialists such as car mechanics or persons who have undergone related
training carry out the installation and maintenance of the MANN+HUMMEL filter system in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions. Make sure that the specialist has obtained sufficient information on
installation and maintenance from the relevant installation and maintenance instructions.
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Keep the respective installation and maintenance instructions for the filter system and these safety
instructions available at the installation site during the entire installation.
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Read the respective installation and maintenance instructions for the filter system as well as these
safety instructions completely before installation and maintenance.
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Keep all inscriptions and markings on the filter system in a legible condition.
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If the filter system is supplied with a voltage for operation (e.g. for a diesel heater or fuel pump),
disconnect the battery of the application before installation, dismantling and maintenance.