Safety
2.3
Specific hazards
2.3.1
Explosion hazard area
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(→ ATEX additional instructions).
2.3.2
Electric shock
In case of contact with live parts (for example, cables in the ter-
minal box of the electric motor) there is a risk of electric shock
resulting in serious injuries or death.
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Have all electrical work carried out by qualified electricians
only.
2.3.3
Hazardous and spraying (pumped) liquids
(Pumped) liquids can be toxic and hot and can spray out. There
is a risk of burns and skin rashes on contact.
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Follow the safety regulations for handling hazardous sub-
stances when handling hazardous (e.g. hot, flammable,
poisonous or potentially harmful) pumped liquids.
•
Before carrying out any work, allow the pump to cool down
properly and then depressurize it.
•
Safely collect any leaking (pumped) liquid and dispose of
it in accordance with the environmental rules and require-
ments.
•
Drain the pump when carrying out maintenance and repair
work.
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Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
the pump.
2.3.4
Moving parts
With moving parts (e.g. shaft, coupling) there is a risk of fatal
injuries from being pulled in, crushed or caught.
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Do not touch the pump during operation.
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Do not carry out any work on the pump during operation.
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Keep a sufficient distance away from moving parts.
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Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it
against being switched back on again when carrying out
any installation or maintenance work.
2.3.5
Hot surfaces
During operation and after switching off, high temperatures
occur on the housing surfaces. There is a risk of burns when
touching hot surfaces.
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Do not touch the pump during operation.
•
Allow the pump to cool down completely before carrying
out any work.
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Wear protective gloves.
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