13. Repairs
13.1.
General safety information
DANGER
Risk of serious personal injury or death and material damage to the kiln by touching live
parts when operating.
WARNING
Risk of serious personal injury and damage to property caused by activities on and with
the kiln by unqualified personnel.
WARNING
Risk of personal injury from cuts, crushing and impact injuries during servicing.
Use personal protective equipment when cleaning and ensure appropriate work clothing is
worn.
13.2.
General information
Follow the repair instructions below to ensure proper operation and the long service life of the kiln. Carry out repair
work at the intervals listed below. Replace defective components immediately.
13.3.
Replacing the safety contacts
DANGER
Risk of serious personal injury, property damage and even death.
Have the built-in electrical safety contactors replaced annually by a qualified electrician.
⇒ Only carry out repair work when the kiln is safe and de-energised.
⇒ Unplug the power plug.
⇒ Ensure the kiln is de-energised for the duration of the work.
⇒ Before starting work, you must check whether the kiln can still be switched on.
⇒ Put up warning signs that indicate work is being carried out.
⇒ Let hot kiln components cool down before starting work.
⇒ After completing the work, check all loosened connections and check that the
cables are firmly seated and that the protective equipment is functioning properly.
⇒ Only have maintenance work carried out by specially trained and authorised
personnel in compliance with the instructions in the operating manual.
⇒ Ensure that personnel are briefed and regularly trained.
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