General Safety Instructions - Burkert LCIE 07 ATEX 6078 X Instructions De Service

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General Safety Instructions

3. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These safety instructions do not make allowance for any:
• Contingencies and events which may arise during the installation, operation and maintenance of the devices.
• Local safety regulations; the operator is responsible for observing these regulations, also with reference to the
installation personnel.
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock!
There is a serious risk of injury when reaching into the device.
• Before reaching into the device, always switch off the power supply and safeguard to prevent re-activation!
• Connect several electromotive rotary actuators always with phase separation via a switch.
• Protect the device with a mains-operated fuse.
• Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations for electrical equipment!
Danger of explosion!
For specific device designs there is a risk of explosion if the device is opened in the explosion-protected area.
• Follow the safety instructions on the rating plate!
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.
• Take appropriate measures to prevent electrostatic charges in the EX area.
• Clean the device surface by wiping it gently with a damp cloth.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure:
• That the system cannot be activated unintentionally.
• 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.
• Do not install the actuator with the cover facing down (head first).
• Installation and repair work may be carried out by authorized technicians only and 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 apply to application planning and operation of the device.
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