General Safety Instructions - Burkert 6115 Instructions De Service

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER!
Risk of explosion if the device is opened!
• The device is a sealed system. It must not be opened.
Hazard due to high pressure!
Interference with the system will result in an acute risk of injury.
• Switch off the pressure before loosening pipes and modules!
Hazard due to electrical voltage!
Interference with the system will result in an acute risk of injury.
• Before starting work, be sure to switch off the supply voltage
and secure it to prevent restarting!
• Observe all applicable accident prevention and safety regula-
tions for electrical equipment!
Danger of explosion caused by electrostatic charge!
If there is a sudden discharge from electrostatically charged
devices or persons, there is a danger of explosion in the EX area.
• Using suitable measures, ensure that no electrostatic charges
can occur in the EX area.
• Clean the device surface by gently wiping it with a damp or anti-
static cloth only.
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General safety instructions
WARNING!
General Hazardous Situations.
• Do not supply the medium connectors of the system with
aggressive or flammable mediums.
• Do not supply the medium connectors with any liquids.
• Do not put any loads on the housing (e.g. by placing objects on
it or standing on it).
• Do not make any external modifications to the device housings.
Do not paint the housing parts or screws.
To prevent injuries:
• Ensure that the system cannot be activated unintentionally.
• Installation and maintenance work may be carried out only by
authorized technicians with the appropriate tools.
• After an interruption in the power supply or pneumatic supply,
ensure that the process is restarted in a defined or controlled
manner.
• The device may be operated only when in perfect condition and
in consideration of the operating instructions.
• The general rules of technology must be observed for application
planning and operation of the device.
Failure to observe this operating manual and its operating
instructions as well as unauthorized tampering with the device
release us from any liability and also invalidate the warranty
covering the devices and accessories!