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1. Safety instructions
1.21 Lpecial safety instructions regarding explosion protection
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Inspect the product at regular intervals
for damage that may present a risk of
ignition.
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The lubricant’s ignition temperature
has to be at least 50 kelvin above the
maximum surface temperature of the
components.
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Use only tools and clothing approved for
use in potentially explosive atmospheres
(ESD).
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Transport/assembly/repairs and work on
electrical components may be performed
only if it is ensured that there is no explo-
sive atmosphere present.
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Repairs or modifications to explosion-
proof machinery may be performed only
by the manufacturer or a workshop rec-
ognized by a notified body and accepted
by the manufacturer. If the work is not
performed by the manufacturer itself, the
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Always behave so as to avoid explosion
hazards.
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A written work authorization from the
operator is required prior to initiating
work in potentially explosive atmo-
spheres. Unauthorized persons must be
kept away.
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There must be no evidence that parts of
the explosion protection are missing or
non-functional. If this is not excluded,
switch off the machine and immediately
notify the supervisor.
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Explosion protection measures must
never be deactivated, changed, or
bypassed.
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The introduction of ignition sources such
as sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces
into potentially explosive atmospheres is
prohibited.
repair must be accepted and approved
in writing by a recognized expert. The
repair is marked by a repair sign on the
machine containing the following infor-
mation:
- Date
- Executing company
- Type of repair
- If applicable, mark by expert
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Shipping damage may lead to the loss of
explosion protection. If there is apparent
shipping damage, do not install or put
into operation the product.
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All parts of the grounding concept must
be properly present and connected with
the main machine.
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If lifting eyes are removed after installa-
tion, seal the threaded holes according to
the protection class.
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Handle materials in such a way that no
sparks may arise from tilting, dropping,
