Quincy QSV 2200, Instruction Manual

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Section I - Safety precautions
8 Quincy Vacuum Pump-QSV Series
CAUTION!
In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case supplementary
mitigation measures are required.
6. Avoid contact with pump intake during operation.
7. The owner is responsible for maintaining the unit in safe operating condition. Parts and accessories
shall be replaced if unsuitable for safe operation.
8. It is not allowed to walk or stand on the unit or on its components.
1.3 Safety precautions during installation
CAUTION!
All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or non
observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation, maintenance and
repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
Precautions during installation
1. The machine must only be lifted using suitable equipment in accordance with the applicable safety
regulations. Loose or pivoting parts must be securely fastened before lifting. It is strictly forbidden to
dwell or stay in the risk zone under a lifted load. Lifting acceleration and deceleration must be kept
within safe limits. Wear a safety helmet when working in the area of overhead or lifting equipment.
2. The unit is designed for indoor use. If the unit is installed outdoors, special precautions must be taken;
consult your supplier.
3. Place the machine where the ambient air is as cool and clean as possible. If necessary, install a
suction duct. Never obstruct the air inlet. Water handling capacity is limited.
4. Any blanking flanges, plugs, caps and desiccant bags must be removed before connecting the pipes.
5. Vacuum connection and discharge pipes must be of correct size and suitable for the working pressure
and temperature. Never use frayed, damaged or worn hoses. Distribution pipes and connections must
be of the correct size and suitable for the working pressure.
6. The aspirated air must be free of flammable fumes, vapours and particles, e.g. paint solvents that can
lead to internal fire or explosion.
7. The external force extended on the inlet connection is 200 kg and on the outlet connection is 50 kg; the
connection pipes must be free of strain. No supports may be fixed to the canopy of the machine.
8. If remote control is installed, the machine must bear a clear sign stating:
DANGER: This machine is remotely controlled and may start without warning.
The operator has to make sure that the machine is stopped, depressurized and that the electrical
isolating switch is open, locked and labelled with a temporary warning before any maintenance or
repair. As a further safeguard, persons switching remotely controlled machines shall take adequate
precautions to ensure that there is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable
notice shall be affixed to the start equipment.
9. Air-cooled machines must be installed in such a way that an adequate flow of cooling air is available
and that the exhausted air does not recirculate to the inlet.
10. The electrical connections must correspond to the applicable codes. The machines must be earthed
and protected against short circuits by fuses in all phases. A lockable power isolating switch must be
installed near the pump.
11. On machines with automatic start/stop system or if the automatic restart function after voltage failure is