VACUUM CHAMBER
PACKAGING MACHINES
40
Operation and maintenance manual / Ed. 10 - 2005
REV. 00 - Cod.: 1500154
GB
G
B
GB
2.4
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
ORVED has analyzed the fundamental operations regarding use and maintenance for the design and construction of the appliance; the operating
methods are studied and described in this Manual to allow safe operation.
ATTENTION: Failure to observe these regulations can be extremely hazardous for safety of the appliance and persons.
2.4.1
SYMBOLS
Symbols and texts in different styles have been used in this Manual to highlight certain situations involving risk for the appliance or operator safety,
particularly important regulations, recommendations, warnings and precautions to be taken during use and Maintenance.
The personnel involved in the use and maintenance of the appliance must understand these symbols before carrying out any operation on it.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
ELECTRIC HAZARD!
Indicates
immediate danger
for the person’s life and health.
Failure to observe these warnings may lead to serious damage to health, or even mortal
injury.
DANGER !
Indicates
probable danger
for the person’s life and health.
Failure to observe these warnings may lead to serious damage to health or even mortal
injury.
ATTENTION !
Indicates
possible danger
. Failure to observe these warnings may lead to minor wounds
and material damage.
WARNING !
Indicates a
possible damage situation
.
Failure to observe these warnings may lead to material and environmental damage.
IMPORTANT !
Indicates
recommendations for use
and other useful
information
.
INFORMATION SERVICE
The presence of this symbol alongside the text implies the
obligation to inform
the
manufacturer of a particular situation or the possibility of requesting information regarding
a certain topic.
RISK OF BURNS
Indicates
immediate danger
in case of contact with very hot surfaces.
2.4.2
WARNINGS AND HAZARDS DERIVING FROM USE OF THE MACHINE
2.4.2.1
HAZARDS DERIVING FROM USE OF THE MACHINE
DANGER! The machines are designed and constructed according to the latest technology available and conform to applicable
safety standards. In spite of this, they may be a source of hazard, especially if the safety instructions given in this Manual
are not observed. Immediately eliminate all faults and problems that can affect safety!
2.4.2.2
MACHINE OPERATORS
DANGER! The machine must be used only by trained operators.
Such operators must be familiar with the safety standards and operating instructions given in this Manual.
2.4.2.3
PROTECTIVE AND SAFETY DEVICES
DANGER! Before starting up the machine, check to ensure that all the safety and protective devices are present and in
perfect working order.
2.4.2.4
ELECTRIC HAZARDS
ELECTRIC HAZARD!
- Only qualified personnel are permitted to work on the electric system and access live parts of the machine.
- Check the machine’s electric system regularly.
- Remove and/or replace slackened connections or burnt wires immediately (replacement must be done exclusively by qualified
personnel).
- Use only plugs and sockets suitable for the electrical features shown on the machine’s nameplate.
- Do not insert objects in the machine’s air vents: danger of electric shock!
- Do not use running water, water jets and/or steam in the machine installation area:
danger of electric shock!
2.4.2.5
MACHINE MAINTENANCE, SERVICING AND REPAIR
DANGER!
- Remove the plug from the power socket before carrying out any operation.
-
Carry out all machine maintenance and servicing operations punctually.
- Damage, if any, must be repaired exclusively by qualified personnel.