iDura 05-35
Version 1.0v-11/2020
© Verder International B.V
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2 Safety
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damage
resulting from disregard of this documentation as well as
instructions in pump, motor, gearbox and inverter manu
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als.
2.1 Intended Use
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Only use the pump to handle compatible fluids as
recommended by the manufacturer (
g
11 Technical
Specifications).
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Adhere to the operating limits.
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Consult the manufacturer regarding any other use of the
pump.
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Inverters should be wired to the power supply before use
and this should be completed only by qualified personal
and in accordance with the provisions of EMC Directive
and EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Prevention of obvious misuse (examples)
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Note the operating limits of the pump with regard to tem-
perature, pressure, flow rate, motor speed and frequency
(
g
11 Technical Specifications).
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Do not operate the pump with any inlet/outlet valves closed
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Install the inverter as recommended in this man-
ual, in conjunction with instructions in the pump,
motor, gearbox and inverter instruction manuals.
For example, the following are not allowed:
– Installing the pump without proper support.
– Installation in the immediate vicinity of extreme hot or
cold sources.
2.2 General Safety Instructions
Observe the following regulations before carrying
out any work.
2.2.1 Product Safety
•
These operating instructions contain fundamental infor-
mation which must be complied with during installation,
operation and maintenance. Therefore this operating
manual must be read and understood both by the
installing personnel and the responsible trained personnel
/ operators prior to installation and commissioning, and it
must always be kept easily accessible within the operating
premises of the machine.
Not only must the general safety instructions laid down
in this chapter on “Safety” be complied with, but also the
safety instructions outlined under specific headings.
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Operate the pump only if it and all associated systems are
in good functional condition.
•
Only use the pump and inverter as intended, fully aware of
safety and risk factors involved and the instructions in this
manual.
•
Keep this manual and all other applicable documents
complete, legible and accessible to personnel at all times.
•
Refrain from any procedure or action that would pose a
risk to personnel or third parties.
•
In the event of any safety-relevant faults, shut down the
pump immediately and have the malfunction corrected by
qualified personnel.
•
The installation of the pump must comply with the require
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ments of installation given in this manual and any local,
national or regional health and safety regulations.
•
The pump and drive unit must not be mounted in direct
sunlight or exposed to rain without suitable shade cover
which is well ventilated.
2.2.2 Obligation of the Operating Company
Safety-conscious operation
• Ensure that the following safety aspects are
observed and monitored:
– Adherence to intended use
– Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention
regulations
– Safety regulations governing the handling of
hazardous substances if applicable
– Applicable standards and guidelines in the country
where the pump is operated
•
Make personal protective equipment available
pertinent to operation of the pump.
Qualified personnel
•
Ensure that all personnel tasked with work on the pump
have read and understood this manual and all other
applicable documents, including the safety,
maintenance and repair information, prior to use or
installation of the pump.
•
Organize responsibilities, areas of competence and
the supervision of personnel.
•
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians
only.
• Ensure that trainee personnel are under the
supervision of specialist technicians at all times when
working with the pump.
Safety equipment
Provide the following safety equipment and verify its
functionality:
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For hot, cold and moving parts: safety guarding
should be provided by the operating company.
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For potential build up of electrostatic charge: ensure
appropriate grounding if and when required.