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ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Safety
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages caused by disregarding any of the documentation.
Intended use
• Only use the pump to pump the agreed pumped liquids (→ order data sheet).
• Adhere to the operating limits.
• Avoid dry running:
– Make sure the pump is only operated with, and never without, pumped liquid.
• Avoid cavitation:
– Open the pressure-side fitting completely.
• Avoid damage to the motor:
– Do not switch on themotor more that themaximumpermissible number of times per hour (→ manufac
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turer’s specifications).
• Consult the manufacturer about any other use of the pump.
• Pumps delivered without a motor must be assembled into a pump unit according to the provisions of
EC Machine Directive 2006/42/EC.
Prevention of obvious misuse (examples)
• Note the operating limits of the pump with regard to temperature, pressure, viscosity, flow rate and motor
speed (→ order data sheet).
• When using auxiliary systems, ensure there is a continuous supply of the appropriate operating medium.
• Do not operate the pump while the pressure-side fitting is closed.
• Only select the setup type according to this operating manual. For example, the following are not allowed:
– Hanging pumps in the pipe
– Overhead installation
– Installation in the immediate vicinity of extreme heat or cold sources
General safety instructions
Observe the following regulations before carrying out any work.
Product safety
The pump has been constructed according to the latest technology and recognized technical safety rules.
Nevertheless, operation of the pump can still put the life and health of the user or third parties at risk or dam-
age the pump or other property.
• Only operate the pump if it is in perfect technical condition and only use it as intended, remaining aware of
safety and risks, and adhere to the instructions in this manual.
Document
Purpose
ATEX additional instructions
Operation in explosion-hazard areas
Order data sheet
Technical specifications, conditions of operation
Technical description
Technical specifications, operating limits
Supplier documentation
Technical documentation for parts supplied by
subcontractors, e.g. drive system, coupling or
auxiliary operating system.
Spare parts list
Ordering spare parts
Declaration of conformity
Conformity with standards,
Content of the declaration of conformity
Other applicable documents
Introduction
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