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10 Introduction
KGE/EN (1711) 6.5
1.2.3 Safety instructions relevant for operation
• The limit values specified in the data sheet must under no circumstances be
exceeded.
• If hot or cold machine components involve hazards, they must be guarded against
accidental contact.
• Guards for moving parts (e.g. coupling) must not be removed from the machine while
in operation.
• Any leakage of hazardous (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) fluids (e.g. from the shaft seal)
must be drained away so as to prevent any risk to persons or the environment.
Statutory regulations are to be complied with.
• Hazards resulting from electricity are to be prevented (see for example, the VDE
Specifications and the bye-laws of the local power supply utilities).
1.2.4 Safety instructions relevant for maintenance, inspection and assembly work
• Any work on the machine shall only be performed when it is at a standstill, it being
imperative that the procedure for shutting down the machine described in this manual
be followed.
• Pumps and pump units which convey hazardous media must be decontaminated.
• Using spare parts and accessories authorised by the manufacturer is in the interest of
safety. Use of other parts may exempt the manufacturer from any liability.
• Any modification may be made to the machine only after consultation with the
manufacturer.
• The reliability of the machine delivered will only be guaranteed if it is used in the
manner intended, in accordance with instructions in this manual.
• On completion of work all safety and protective facilities must be reinstalled and made
operative again.
• Prior to restarting the machine, the instructions listed under “Initial Commissioning”
are to be observed.
1.3 Guarantee
We point out that any guarantee issued for your installation will become null and void and
that you shall indemnify us against any product liability claims filed by third parties if:
• The servicing and maintenance jobs have not been performed strictly in accordance
with the instructions, repairs have not been carried out by our personnel or carried out
without our prior written consent;
• The installation has been changed without our prior written consent;
• Non-original SPXFLOW parts or lubricants other than those specified have been
used;
• The installation has been used inexpertly, incorrectly, carelessly or not in line with its
nature and/or destination.
All parts subject to wear are excluded from any guarantee claim.
The General Terms of Delivery already in your possession are also applicable.
1.3.1 Copyright
Any technical and technological information contained in these operating instructions, as
well as any drawings and technical specifications made available by us remain our
property and shall not to be used (other than for the operation of this installation), copied,
multiplied, handed over or communicated to third parties without our prior written
consent.