Zeiss Crossbeam 550, Instruction Manual

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ZEISS 2 Safety | 2.4 Safety Equipment
2.4.5 Lockout/Tagout Equipment
The Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) equipment isolates the workstation from potential hazards associated
with the unexpected release of hazardous energy.
Performing a Lockout/Tagout [
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§ maintenance tasks
§
service work
§
unscheduled repairs
At the site of installation, the electrical power connection and the fluid connections must be
equipped with energy isolating devices.
These energy isolating devices (main shut-off devices)
§ must be easily accessible
§
must be mounted near the microscope in such a way that the person actuating or inspecting
an energy isolating device is not be exposed to serious risks
§
must close off the connections to the corresponding media when needed
§ must be lockable in their off position in order to prevent accidental re-activation
The customer is responsible for
§
having a working knowledge of the LOTO specification
§
purchasing, distributing, and installing appropriate LOTO equipment
§
auditing and enforcing compliance with LOTO procedures to all authorized personnel
§ providing instructions on how to operate the energy isolating devices properly
Required Energy Isolating Devices
§
Branch circuit molded case circuit breaker
§ Main shut-off valves
– Nitrogen supply
– Compressed air supply
– Cooling water supply
Instruction Manual ZEISS Crossbeam 550L, Crossbeam 550 | en-US | Rev. 3 | 349500-8122-000 21