User’s Guide | TOTEM 10 - TOTEM 20
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Namely, it contains substances such as battery acid, fresh/spent lube oil and glycol-
water mixtures.
In the presence of spills outside the TOTEM® unit, any direct contact of these
substances with skin and eyes must be avoided at all times.
In the event that you come into contact with these chemicals, you must thoroughly
wash the affected body parts and seek medical advice if necessary, bringing the
relevant Product Safety Data Sheet with you. Said substances may even be hot and
cause skin burns.
When in operation, the TOTEM module also produces a constant flow of exhaust
fumes.
In the event of exhaust fumes build-up or leaks from the exhaust gas evacuation
system, leave the area immediately and switch off the module if possible.
Based on the standards in force in the TOTEM®’s place of installation, you may also
be required to install a CO/CH
4
gas detector in the module’s room.
The TOTEM already has an incorporated CH
4
leak detector. Please contact our
Technical Support Service for the detector’s periodic calibration.
Risk related to Slip, Trip and Fall Hazards
Following breakdown or malfunctioning, lubricant oil, water-glycol fluids or battery
acid leaks may occur, making the floor slippery thus creating a risk for falls.
Said spills must be readily contained and whenever possible disposed of according to
the relevant laws in force.
Risk related to Emergency stop/Emergency shutdown
The TOTEM® module is designed to stop immediately following the activation of one
or more external safety devices connected to it.
Risk related to Power Supply Interruption
The TOTEM® is designed to enable an immediate safe stop function in the event of
an interruption of the mains power supply. A suitable interface protection device –
not supplied by TOTEM ENERGY - approved based on the applicable standards in the
module’s place of installation can implement the module’s disconnection from power
supply whenever the standards of applicable regulations are not met.
Risk related to Control Switchboard malfunction/failure
The TOTEM® module is designed to enable an immediate safe stop in case of
control switchboard malfunction or failure.
Risk from Breakdown during Regular Operation
If kept intact, used for the purpose it was designed for ensuring compliance with the
technical parameters set by TOTEM ENERGY as well as properly maintained, the
TOTEM® is designed to work under conditions that are fully safe for machine
operators and systems connected to it.
Hazards from Use in Environments at Risk of Fire/Explosion - EX
The TOTEM® is not intended for use in environments at risk of fire or explosion (Ex).
Do not keep or store materials that may increase the risk of explosion or fire in the
room where the TOTEM® is installed.
