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Basic safety instructions
4 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These safety instructions do not take account of any:
• Contingencies or events which may occur during installation,
operation and maintenance of the devices.
• Local safety regulations that are within the operator's scope
of responsibility, including those relating to the installation
personnel.
DANGER!
Risk of injury due to high pressure and escaping medium!
▶ Before working on the system or device, switch off the pres-
sure and vent or empty the lines.
Risk of injury due to electric shock. (with installed electrical
components)
▶ Before working on the device or system, switch off the
power supply. Secure against reactivation.
▶ Observe the applicable accident prevention and safety regu-
lations for electrical devices.
WARNING!
Risk of injury when opening the actuator!
The actuator contains a spring under tension. When the actuator is
opened, the spring will jump out and may cause injuries.
▶ Do not open the actuator.
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Risk of injury due to moving parts in the device!
▶ Do not reach into openings in the device.
Danger due to loud noises.
▶ Depending on the usage conditions, the device may generate loud
noises. Detailed information on the probability of loud noises is
available from the respective sales department.
▶ Wear hearing protection when in the vicinity of the device.
CAUTION!
Risk of burns or fire from hot device surfaces due to pro-
longed operation.
▶ Only touch the device when wearing protective gloves.
▶ Keep the device away from highly flammable substances and
media.
Discharge of medium if packing gland exhibits wear
▶ Relief bore must be regularly inspected for any medium leakages.
▶ If the medium is hazardous, secure the area around the leakage
to prevent risks.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injuries, observe the following:
▶ Secure device or system to prevent unintentional activation.
▶ Only trained technicians may perform installation and main-
tenance work.
▶ Perform installation work and maintenance work using suit-
able tools only.
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