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Product Safety
Voith Turbo I Aftersales Service Manual Voith Retarder VR 115 E I Basic Safety Information
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2.1
Product Safety
The retarder is constructed according to state of the
art technology and acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, hazardous situations and property
damage may occur as a result of improper usage,
maintenance and repair.
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Observe safety and warning information.
2.2
Staff Qualification
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Allow only qualified professionals to carry out repair
and maintenance work.
2.3
Safety-Conscious Working
Voith does not assume any liability for personal injury
and/or property damage caused by improper and
unprofessional work.
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Observe the following regulations:
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Accident-prevention regulations
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Other generally acknowledged safety
regulations and occupational health
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Motor vehicle regulations
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Safety regulations for handling chemical
substances such as oils and greases
2.4
Environmental Protection
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Drained fuels and fluids, consumables and old parts
must be disposed of properly.
2.5
Troubleshooting
Voith provides a warranty/goodwill service for
defective parts only.
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Do not replace parts on mere speculation.
2.6
Maintenance and Repair
Danger of burning and scalding via squirting oil!
The oil in the retarder may be hot.
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Work carefully.
Danger of burning and scalding via hot coolant!
The coolant may be hot.
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Work carefully.
Danger of burns via hot parts!
Parts of the retarder may be hot.
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Work carefully.
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Wear protective gloves or use cloths if necessary.
Damage to property via soiled parts!
Considerable damage or malfunctions may occur due
to soiling.
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Ensure cleanliness.
Damage to property via improper cleaning!
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Do not aim the jet of a high-pressure cleaner
(steam-jet device) at valves, pressure sensors or
ventilators of the retarder.
2.7
Driving Mode
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Ensure that the retarder is fully functional for all
vehicle maneuvers, i.e.:
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Retarder properly filled with oil
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Retarder electronics connected and functional
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Pneumatic control connected and functional
