MP Filtri LPA3, Operator'S Manual

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1.2 Operator Position and Dangerous Areas
No operator is required for operating the unit. However, the following areas are to be considered dangerous: The ones
close to the electric motor because of live equipment with potentially hot surfaces.
1.3 Dangers and Hazards that cannot be eliminated
- Electric shock risk on the electric motor; in case of motor malfunction
- Burn risk because of high temperatures
- Accidental oil leaks with consequent risk of slipping
- Hose breakage and resulting lubricant loss
- With oil temperatures exceeding 40/45 °C, it is vital to be extremely careful when handling the metal lances/the hoses and
when moving the unit. Avoid direct contact with hot oil and with the filter body.
ALL EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO COOL PRIOR TO HANDLING, AFTER IT HAS BEEN IN USE
1.4 Personal Protective Equipment
When operating the unit, personnel must be wearing safety shoes, gloves and goggles. In general, the PPEs to be used according
to the activities on the machinery are listed in the following table:
ACTIVITY
Ordinary operation
Planned maintenance
Shoes, gloves, goggles, overall
Shoes, gloves, goggles, overall
PPE
The unit shall be taken out of service and/or dismantled in accordance with the current regulations in force
in the country where the machinery is installed
The machinery is not suitable for outdoor use and all the electrical devices have a protection class
starting from IP 55 upwards.
NOTE
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CAUTION
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Automatic Particle Counters
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