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Ds500, Ds500+ Operating manual
Original instructions (en)
3. Safety
CAUTION
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for
damage resulting from disregard of this documentation.
3.1 Intended Use
X
Only use the pump to handle fluids compatible with the
fitted cartridge (
g
X
Adhere to the operating limits (
g
X
Consult the manufacturer regarding any other use of the
pump.
X
Note the operating limits of the pump with regard
to temperature and pressure (
g
X
Do not operate the pump with any inlet/outlet valves
closed
X
Only install the pump as recommended in this manual.
Prevention of obvious misuse (examples)
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Running the pump with incompatible cartridge.
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Inserting items into any moving parts.
–
Installation in the immediate vicinity of extreme hot or
cold sources.
–
Running pump in explosive atmosphere.
3.2 General Safety Instructions
Observe the following regulations before carrying
out any work.
3.2.1 Product safety
•
These operating instructions contain fundamental
information which must be complied with during installation,
operation and maintenance of the unit. Therefore this
operating manual must be read and understood both by the
installing personnel and the responsible trained personnel
/ operators prior to installation and commissioning, and it
must always be kept easily accessible within the operating
area of the machine.
•
Not only must the general safety instructions laid down
in this chapter on “Safety” be complied with, but also the
safety instructions outlined under specific headings.
•
Operate the pump only if it and all associated systems are
in good functional condition.
•
Only use the pump as intended, be fully aware of safety
and risk factors involved and the instructions in this manual.
•
Keep a copy of this manual, and all other applicable
documents complete, legible and accessible to personnel
at all times.
•
Refrain from any procedure or action that would pose a risk
to personnel or third parties.
•
In the event of any safety-relevant faults, shut down
the pump immediately and have the malfunction rectified by
qualified personnel.
•
The installation of the pump must comply with the requirements
of installation given in this manual and any local, national or
regional health and safety regulations.
3.2.2 Obligation of the operating company
Safety-conscious operation
•
Ensure that the following safety aspects are
observed and monitored:
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Adherence to intended use
–
Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention
regulations
–
Safety regulations governing the handling of hazardous
substances if applicable
–
Applicable standards and guidelines in the country where
the pump is operated
•
Make personal protective equipment (PPE) available relevant to
operation of the pump.
Qualified personnel
•
Ensure that all personnel tasked with work on the pump have
read and understood this manual and all other applicable
documents, including the safety, maintenance and repair
information, prior to use or installation of the pump.
•
Organize responsibilities, areas of competence and the
supervision of personnel.
•
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians only.
•
Ensure that trainee personnel are under the supervision of
specialist technicians at all times when working with the pump.
3.3
Specific Hazards
3.3.1
Hazardous pumped liquids
X
Follow the statutory safety regulations when handling
hazardous pumped liquids (e.g. hot, flammable, poisonous or
potentially harmful).
X
Use appropriate PPE when carrying out any work on the
pump.
