Basic Safety Instructions - Burkert 6240 Manuel D'utilisation

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Basic safeTy insTrucTiOns

These safety instructions do not make allowance for any contingencies
and events which may arise during installation, operation and
maintenance.
Danger – high pressure.
▶ Before loosening the lines and valves, turn off the pressure and
vent the lines.
Risk of electric shock.
▶ Before reaching into the system, switch off the power supply
and secure to prevent reactivation.
▶ Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations
for electrical equipment.
Risk of burns/Risk of fire if used continuously through hot device
surface.
▶ Keep the device away from highly flammable substances and
media and do not touch with bare hands.
Risk of injury due to malfunction of valves with alternating
current (AC).
Sticking core causes coil to overheat, resulting in a malfunction.
▶ Monitor process to ensure function is in perfect working order.
Risk of short-circuit/escape of media through leaking screw joints.
▶ Ensure seals are seated correctly.
▶ Carefully screw valve and connection lines together.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure that:
▶ Do not make any internal or external changes. Ensure that the
system cannot be activated unintentionally.
▶ 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.
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