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4 Safety Instructions
National accident prevention regulations and the system operator‘s safety regulations are not superseded by these
operating and maintenance instructions and must be taken into consideration with priority (in Germany, see, among
others, DVGW work sheets G 600, G 459/II, G 491 and G 495).
When performing work on the device, the current general and specific safety regulations must be observed.
The application limits of the device with respect to the medium, operating pressure and operating temperature can be
found on the nameplate affixed to the device or on the acceptance test certificate.
Using the device under different operating conditions must be agreed upon in consultation with
MEDENUS Gas-Druckregeltechnik GmbH.
The mechanical components of the device do not have any potential ignition sources of their own nor any hot surfaces
and are thus not covered by the scope of 2014/34/EU (ATEX). The electronic accessories used comply with the ATEX
requirements.
4.1 Hazards of Handling the Device
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devices conform with current standards and directives, the recognized technical rules and the recognized
safety rules.
However, improper use can result in hazards to the user or to third parties. This can also result in damage to the device
or to the system.
This is why the device may only be used:
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in accordance with its designated use
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in perfect condition
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while observing the notes given in these operating and maintenance instructions, and inspection and
maintenance regulations, which apply to the functioning and safety of the overall system.
Malfunctions or faults must be eliminated immediately.
4.2 Personnel Requirements
The device may only be mounted by qualified personnel.
Only authorized personnel with the required qualification is allowed to perform settings or repairs on the device.
4.3 Country-Specific Requirements
The rules and regulations applicable at the place of use must be observed and complied with. They apply to:
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gas lines, installation of the gas system
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gas supply
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work on the gas system
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accident prevention
4.4 Handover of the Operating and Maintenance Instructions
The supplier of the system shall hand over these operating and maintenance instructions to the operator of the system
no later than during commissioning and training of the operating personnel with the reminder to carefully store these
instructions.