Burkert Type 6027 - Manual (Page 6)

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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, whereby the operator is responsible for their
compliance, by the installation personnel too.
DANGER!
Danger of explosion!
Following installation, solenoid coil and valve body form a closed
system. If used in the EX area, there is a danger of explosion if the
system is opened during operation!
• The system must not be disassembled during operation.
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 of the solenoid valve by gently wiping
it with a damp cloth
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock!
There is a serious risk of injury when reaching into the equipment.
• Only trained electrical engineers may work on the electrical
system.
• Before starting work, always switch off the power supply and
safeguard to prevent re-activation!
• Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations
for electrical equipment!
Danger of burns/danger of fire during long-term operation!
The solenoid coil may become very hot during long-term operation.
• Take hold of a device which has been running for a prolonged
period with protective gloves only.
Danger – high pressure!
There is a serious risk of injury when reaching into the system.
• Only skilled and instructed personnel may work on the system
with suitable tools.
• Before disconnecting lines and valves, switch off the pressure
and bleed the lines.
• During installation note the direction of flow.
• Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations
for pressurised devices!
• After an interruption in the power supply or fluid supply, ensure
that the process is restarted in a defined or controlled manner!
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