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Issue 09/2012
HazMat station EPO
1. General instructions
The general instructions for storage systems, material no. 103041, in the current version, must be observed.
National standards and safety regulations must be observed.
2. special instructions
Area of the grating must remain free as shown on the type label.
3. Use and intended purpose
The sump/storage system is used to enable drums of up to 200 litres capacity and cans and other small containers
to be stored safely. 60 and 200 litre drums can be stored upright or on their side on drum mounts.
Only store substances to which the material of the sump is resistant. See the General Operating
Instructions. Where hazardous materials of classes R10, R11 and R12 are being stored, 25% of the overall
area (of the grids) must be left unoccupied. The sumps are approved for the storage of materials in hazard
classes WGK 1-3 and flammable liquids with aflash point > 55 °C.
4. Technical details
The HazMat station is manufactured from steel, with an integrated sump and is compliant with European building
regulations. The sump capacity is 205 litres.
5. Assembly
Place the storage system on level ground.
The accessories facilitate loading, storage and dispensing from the sump.
6. Specifications
See type label.
7. Operation
After opening the lid / safety bracket (optional) the drums can be placed in the hazardous material station using
suitable equipment. Close lid / safety bracket (optional).
For types 4 GST-K and 4 GST-KS before closing the lid the blocking device of the left gas spring
must be released.
When storing combustible fluids comply with the fire and explosion protection regulations!
For hazard classes R10, R11 and R12 the free areas of 25% of the total area (gratings) must be adhered to.
(Exception: GST-KS and Depot AI)
Check drums are positioned safely and secure to prevent falling over or down!
Only store drums horizontally on drum stands!
Safe filling is possible over the collecting sump.
Access to the hazardous materials station by unauthorised persons is prohibited!
8. Maintenance and servicing
The inspection and maintenance of the storage system/sump must be carried out in accordance with
the directions in the general operating instructions enclosed in the annex. When replacing parts only
the manufacturer’s original parts may be used.
INSTRUCTIONS