2 Safety
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KSB IE3-Motor
2.3 Intended use
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This product must only be operated within the limit values stated in the technical
product literature for the mains voltage, mains frequency, ambient temperature,
motor rating, speed, density, pressure, temperature and in compliance with any
other instructions provided in the operating manual or other applicable
documents.
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The product must not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
2.4 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involved must be fully qualified to transport, install, operate, maintain
and inspect the product this manual refers to. The responsibilities, competence and
supervision of all personnel involved in installation, operation, maintenance and
inspection must be clearly defined by the operator.
Deficits in knowledge must be rectified by means of training and instruction
provided by sufficiently trained specialist personnel. If required, the operator can
commission the manufacturer/supplier to train the personnel.
Training on the product must always be supervised by specialist technical personnel.
2.5 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual
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Non-compliance with these operating instructions will lead to forfeiture of
warranty cover and of any and all rights to claims for damages.
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Non-compliance can, for example, have the following consequences:
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Hazards to persons due to electrical, thermal, mechanical and chemical
effects and explosions
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Failure of important product functions
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Failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing practices
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Hazard to the environment due to leakage of hazardous substances
2.6 Safety awareness
In addition to the safety information contained in this manual and the intended use,
the following safety regulations shall be complied with:
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Accident prevention, health regulations and safety regulations
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Safety regulations for handling hazardous substances
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Applicable standards, directives and laws
2.7 Safety information for the user/operator
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The operator shall fit contact guards for hot, cold and moving parts and check
that the guards function properly.
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Do not remove any contact guards during operation.
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Provide the personnel with protective equipment and make sure it is used.
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Eliminate all electrical hazards. (In this respect refer to the applicable national
safety regulations and/or regulations issued by the local energy supply
companies.)
2.8 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation
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Modifications or alterations of the pump are only permitted with the
manufacturer's prior consent.
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Use only original spare parts or parts authorised by the manufacturer. The use of
other parts can invalidate any liability of the manufacturer for resulting damage.
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The operator ensures that maintenance, inspection and installation is performed
by authorised, qualified specialist personnel who are thoroughly familiar with
the manual.