VAL
S
TEAM
ADCA
Produced in accordance with Sound Engineering Practices of the European PED - Pressure Equipment Directive.
IMI PS130.08 E 00.22
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Inappropriate use also includes:
• Use of spare parts which are not genuine;
• Performance of maintenance work not described in these instructions;
•
Use outside the limits defined by the accessories connected to the product.
•
Unauthorized modifications to the product.
If the product is to be used for an application or with a fluid other than the one it was
designed for, contact VALSTEAM ADCA.
1.3.
Qualification of personnel
Handling, installation, operation and maintenance work must be carried out by fully
trained and qualified personnel, capable of judging the work which they are assigned
to perform and recognizing potentially hazardous situations. They should be trained to
properly use this product according to these Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
Where a formal “Permits to Work” system is implemented in the plant it must be complied
with.
1.4. Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment should always be worn during work in order to protect
against hazards posed by e.g. the process medium, dangerous temperatures, noise,
falling or projected objects, working at height. These equipment includes a helmet, safety
glasses, safety harness, protective clothes, safety shoes, hearing protection, etc.
Always assess whether you or others in your vicinity require any protective
equipment. When in doubt check with the plant’s health & safety responsible
personnel for details on required protective equipment.
NOTE
1.5. The system
The complete system should be assessed as well as every action (e.g. closing of shut-
off valves, disconnection of the power supply) to ensure this will not bring additional risk
to personnel or property.
Dangerous actions that can result in a hazardous situation include isolation of protective
devices such as safety valve, vents, vacuum relief valves, disconnection of electric safety
devices, sensors and alarms.
