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Safety Notes
General Safety Notes
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All equipment undergoes final inspection and testing before leaving our factory. However,
if equipment is damaged during shipping or through any other circumstances, it must not
be used in service. Please check the device regularly for damages. Damaged parts
should be replaced immediately.
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All power/air/water/gas sources should be rated for the demands of the device as listed in
the technical data sheets. Maximum ratings must not be exceeded. All VDE (Verein
Deutscher Elektro-Ingenieure) standards should be followed. Equipment should be
grounded according to standards.
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Adherence to valid regulations regarding necessary checks (e.g. according to Accident
Prevention & Insurance or electrical equipment) is exclusively taken over by the
buyer/user of this product.
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This device has been designated to be used only for its intended purpose. All other
applications must be prohibited for safety reasons as otherwise the manufacturer’s
warranty expires.
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The device should be set-up in a clean, well-ventilated room, if necessary under a hood.
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Supporting surfaces should be straight, flat and adequately stable.
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Don’t place anything on top of the machine.
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To avoid injury, appropriate protection should be worn (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, safety
shoes, hearing protection etc.)
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If the machine is defective or working improperly it must be taken out of service. In case
of further use of the machine the owner will be held responsible for any consequential
damage.
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To prevent accidents from water, fire or explosion, all power/air/water/gas sources should
be turned off after working hours and during breaks, and secured against unauthorized
access.
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When carrying out maintenance works or repairs or when opening the device always turn
off the main power switch and unplug the whole unit.
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Repairs should be carried out only by the manufacturer or by qualified and certified
personnel appointed according to chapter 7
– warranty.
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In case of leaking water out of housing or tank shut down device and call service.
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Check all hose joints for tightness, if necessary fasten clamps.
