2 General
Operating instructions GF 500
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2
General
2.1
Introduction
This instruction manual was written for those persons responsible for the
operation and care of the GF 500. It is expected and assumed that such
persons have read, understood and will abide by the manual in its
entirety.
Only with the knowledge contained in this manual can faults on the
GF 500 be prevented and trouble-free operation be ensured. It is
therefore imperative that the responsible persons are familiar with this
manual.
We recommend that this manual be read carefully prior to putting the
machine in operation, as we are not liable for any damage or
interruptions in operation resulting from failure to comply with this
manual.
Should problems nevertheless arise, please contact the nearest
Georg
Fischer Omicron
representative.
This manual applies only to the GF 500.
We reserve the right to make the technical changes necessary to
improve the GF 500 which may result in deviations from the illustrations
and information contained in this manual.
2.2
Range of application
The GF 500 is designed exclusively for the fusion of plastic pipes, fittings
and valves in the dimension range d 200–500 mm. Any other use is not
authorized. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages
resulting from unauthorized use; the user bears sole responsibility.