INFICON LDS3000 Modular Leak Detector - Manual (Page 7)

Safety 7
2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The unit is a modular leak detector for installation in industrial leak detection
systems. The test gases that can be measured with the unit are helium and hydrogen
(forming gas).
The unit is suitable for pressure and vacuum testing. The unit is used for integral
testing in a vacuum and for local testing with a sniffer line.
► Install, operate and service the unit only in compliance with this manual.
► Comply with the limits of application (see Chapter 4.3, page 13 ).
2.2 User requirements
Safety conscious operation
► Operate and install the unit only if it is in perfect working order and as intended,
in a safety-conscious manner and fully aware of dangers, in compliance with this
manual.
► Fulfill and ensure compliance with the following regulations:
– Intended use
– Generally applicable safety and accident prevention regulations
– International, national and local standards and guidelines
– Additional provisions and regulations that are specific to the unit
► Use only original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
► Keep this manual available at the operating site.
Personnel qualifications
► All work must be performed only by technical specialists who have been trained
on the unit.
► Allow personnel in training to work with the unit only under the supervision of
technical specialists.
► Make sure that the authorized personnel have read and understood this manual
and all other applicable documents (see Chapter 1.2, page 5 ), especially the
information on safety, maintenance and repairs, before starting work.
► Define responsibilities, authorizations and supervision of personnel.
2.3 User requirements
► Read, observe and follow the information in this manual and the working
instructions created by the owner, especially the safety instructions and warnings.
► Perform all work based on the complete manual.