Burkert Type 8791 - Manual (Page 9)

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Basic Safety Instructions
3. Basic 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 – high pressure!
• Before dismounting pneumatic lines or valves, turn off the pressure and vent the lines.
risk of electric shock!
• Before reaching into the device or the equipment, switch off the power supply and secure to prevent
reactivation!
• Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations for electrical equipment!
general hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure that:
• In the potentially explosion-risk area the positioner type 8791 may be used only according to the specification
on the separate Ex type label. For use observe the additional information enclosed with the device together with
safety instructions for the explosion-risk area.
• Devices without a separate Ex type label may not be used in a potentially explosive area.
• That the system cannot be activated unintentionally.
• Installation and repair work may be carried out by authorised 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.
To prevent damage to property on the device, ensure:
• Do not supply the supply pressure connection of the system with aggressive or flammable mediums.
• Do not supply the supply pressure connection 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.
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