NORD Drivesystems B1904 - Manual (Page 6)

Operating and Installation Instructions FDB (Getriebebau NORD)
Version 08.2011
Page 6 of 23
2. Conditions for Assembly and Operation
2.1
Persons
2.1.1 Operator
Operator is that natural person or entity using the spring-applied brake or instructing the spring-
applied brake to be used. The operator and/or a person assigned by him must safeguard the
proper use according to 2.3
and the observance of relevant standards and provisions,
regulations and laws. In particular, he has to take care of the fact that only qualified personnel
according to 2.1.2
is entrusted with work at the brake.
2.1.2 Personnel
Personnel to carry out work at the brake must exclusively be qualified personnel who -
based upon their education, experience, instructions as well as knowledge concerning
relevant standards and provisions, accident prevention, regulations and operating
conditions - have been authorised by the person being responsible for safety, to carry
out the activities described in these instructions and who - when doing so - are in a
position to recognise possible risks early and to avoid them.
2.2 Product
2.2.1 Area of Application
The area of application of the brake is limited to plants and machines and is defined by the
general operating conditions
stated in 2.2.4 as well as by the boundary conditions,
performance data and dimensions indicated in the dimension drawing and on the name plate
(lettering) of the brake
(see: 3.1). Any deviation from these directives require a particular
agreement with PRECIMA. Particularly pay attention to the application as a working and an
application as a holding brake (definition: see 1.3).
2.2.2 Environment of Application
The environment of application of the spring-applied brake must be designed such that after its
proper assembly the brake may fulfil its function in perfect operation and will not pose any risk
for persons and material assets. Changes in the environment of application (e.g. at the machine
or plant which the brake is connected with) must only be carried out, if they have no influence
on the first mentioned condition.
2.2.3 State of Application
The permissible state of application of the brake includes the operationally perfect state of all
components (in case of worn parts: exchange in time) and the observance of the operating and
assembly requirements specified in these instructions as well as the omission of any retrofits,
changes or modification of the brake, unless authorised by PRECIMA. The latter also includes
the use of only original spare and exchange parts.