2 Safety
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2 Safety
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DANGER
All the information contained in this section refers to hazardous situations.
In addition to the present general safety information the action-related safety
information given in the other sections must be observed.
2.1 General
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This operating manual contains general installation, operating and maintenance
instructions that must be observed to ensure safe operation of the system and
prevent personal injury and damage to property.
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Comply with all the safety instructions given in the individual sections of this
operating manual.
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The operating manual must be read and understood by the responsible specialist
personnel/operators prior to installation and commissioning.
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The contents of this operating manual must be available to the specialist
personnel at the site at all times.
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Information and markings attached directly to the product must always be
complied with and kept in a perfectly legible condition at all times. This applies
to, for example:
– Arrow indicating the direction of rotation
– Markings for connections
– Name plate
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The operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local regulations not
taken into account.
2.2 Intended use
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The lifting unit must not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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The lifting unit must only be operated within the operating limits described in
the other applicable documents.
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Only operate lifting units which are in perfect technical condition.
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Do not operate partially assembled lifting units.
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Only use the lifting unit to handle the fluids described in the product literature
of the respective design variant.
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Never operate the lifting unit without the fluid to be handled
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Observe the minimum flow rates indicated in the data sheet or product literature
(to prevent overheating, bearing damage, etc).
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Observe the minimum flow rate and maximum flow rate indicated in the data
sheet or product literature (to prevent overheating, mechanical seal damage,
cavitation damage, bearing damage, etc.).
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Do not throttle the flow rate on the inlet side of the lifting unit (to prevent
cavitation damage)
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Consult the manufacturer about any use or mode of operation not described in
the data sheet or product literature.
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Never exceed the permissible application and operating limits specified in the
data sheet or product literature regarding pressure, temperature, etc.
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Observe all safety information and instructions in this manual.
2.3 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involved must be fully qualified to install, operate, maintain and
inspect the equipment 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.
