General safety instructions
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General safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages caused
by disregarding any of the documentation.
2.1
Intended use
The device measures the filling level of a liquid medium.
•
Device must only be used for measuring the filling level in
liquid media.
•
Only use the device with suitable media
(
→
resistance lists).
•
Adhere to the operating limits (
→
Data sheet).
2.2
General safety instructions
Observe the following regulations before carrying out any
work.
2.2.1
Obligations of the operating company
Safety-conscious operation
•
Only operate the device if it is in perfect technical condition
and only use it as intended, staying aware of safety and
risks, and in adherence to the instructions in this manual.
•
Ensure that the following safety aspects are observed and
monitored:
–
Intended use
–
Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention reg-
ulations
–
Safety regulations governing the handling of haz-
ardous substances
–
Applicable standards and guidelines in the country
where the pump is operated
•
Make personal protective equipment available.
Qualified personnel
•
Make sure all personnel tasked with work on the device
have read and understood this manual and all other appli-
cable documents, especially the safety, maintenance and
repair information, before they start any work.
•
Organize responsibilities, areas of competence and the
supervision of personnel.
•
The following work should be carried out by specialist tech-
nicians only:
–
Installation, repair and maintenance work
–
Work on the electrical system
•
Make sure that trainee personnel only work on the device
under supervision of specialist technicians.
2.2.2
Obligations of personnel
Only complete work on the device if the following requirements
are met:
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System is empty
•
System has been flushed
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System is depressurized
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System has cooled down
•
System is secured against being switched back on again
•
Do not make any modifications to the device.
2.3
Specific hazards
2.3.1
Hazardous media
•
When handling hazardous media, observe the safety reg-
ulations for the handling of hazardous substances.
•
Use personal protective equipment when carrying out any
work on the device.
•
Collect leaking pumped liquid and residues in a safe man-
ner and dispose of in accordance with environmental reg-
ulations.
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