Safety
8 EN
11|2018
2 Safety
2.1 Intended
use
The IN-VB/IN-VB-S range is suitable for handing and boosting clean cold and warm water, soft water,
demineralised water and distilled water in:
–
Water supply units
–
Water treatment units
–
Irrigation and drainage units
– Washing
units
–
Fire extinguishing units
–
Vessel feed units
– Condensate
units
Observing the following information is vital for intended use:
• This
manual
• Supplier
documentation
The pump/unit may only be operated within the application limits and characteristics, as specified in this
manual.
Any other use or use exceeding this is
not
an intended use and must first be authorised by the
manufacturer/supplier.
2.1.1 Possible
misuse
•
Installing the pump/unit with stress on the pipes.
•
Using the pump/unit beyond the operating limits specified in the pump data sheet, e.g. excessive
system pressure or pressure surges in the unit.
•
Opening and servicing of the pump/unit by unqualified personnel.
•
Operating the pump/unit in a partly assembled state.
•
Operating the pump/unit without pumped fluid.
•
Incorrect installation of the pump/unit.
2.2 Personnel
qualification
This unit can be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or by people with a
lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe
use of the unit and understand the resulting dangers.
Ensure that the following work is only performed by trained professionals with the following
qualifications:
– For mechanical work, for example replacing ball bearings or mechanical seals: qualified
mechanics.
– For work on the electric system: electricians.
Ensure that the following requirements are fulfilled:
– Personnel who do not yet have the appropriate qualifications must receive the required training
before being allowed to work on the system.
– The personnels' responsibilities, for example working on the product, electric equipment or
hydraulic systems, are set based on their qualifications and the job description.
– The personnel have read this manual and understand the necessary working steps.
2.3 Safety
regulations
The operator of the system is responsible for the adherence to all relevant statutory regulations and
guidelines.
Observe the following regulations when using the pump/unit:
– This
manual
– Warning and information signs on the product
– Other applicable documents
– The valid national regulations for accident prevention
– The internal occupational, operational and safety regulations of the operator
