Operating instructions for S 40-3...S 150-3 series screw compressors
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General information
1.1
General safety instructions
Dangers of electricity
Obligations of the
operator
The operator is obliged to,
– operate the compressor only if it is in perfect technical working order,
– provide an automatic cutout device for disconnecting the electrical power
supply in the event of a fault to prevent hazards due to electricity.
– check the emergency stop device for the compressor regularly to ensure
that nothing is missing and that it works properly,
– assess the hazards of the machine workstations in his area of responsibility
and to issue specific user instructions on the basis of this,
– appoint a person who is responsible for the safe operation of the machine
as well as the coordination of all service work performed on it,
– avoid stress situations while operating the compressor by implementing
appropriate technological and organisational work preparation measures,
– ensure proper lighting at the compressor control panel in line with local
health and safety regulations,
– observe the safety data sheets for the lubricants used and make all infor-
mation specified by the data sheet accessible to personnel,
– provide the compulsory personal protective equipment and stipulate and
regularly check the wearing of this protective equipment,
– designate personnel responsible for the various types of work on the ma-
chine,
– instruct personnel on a regular basis about the extent of obligations to keep
the area around the compressor safe, tidy and in good order.
– in the event that the compressor requires to be dismantled, develop a safe
technical means of dismantling the structure, designate persons respon-
sible (for safety at work, supervision, completing the work), supervise the
dismantling work and monitor compliance with the safety precautions and
instructions drawn up,
DANGER: High voltage!
Persons working on the electrical equipment of the compressor are ex-
posed to mortal danger!
– Disconnect from the mains power supply before starting any work on the
compressor and use a padlock to prevent the power from being switched
on again.
– Only duly authorised professional electricians (e.g. plant electricians) are
permitted to carry out work on the electrical system of the machine.
– Inspect the electrical equipment of the compressor at regular intervals for
defects such as loose connections or scorched cables and have any de-
fects repaired immediately.
– Have all electrical equipment and fixed electrical installations checked by
a professional electrician at least every 4 years.
– Check all safety devices on the machine at regular intervals to ensure
they work properly.
– Only use original fuses.