Safety
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3 Safety
3.1 General Safety Instructions for the operating company
This section outlines the General Safety Instructions that must be observed by the
operator to ensure safe operation.
• The operator is responsible for the qualifications of its operating personnel.
• The operator must ensure that the operating personnel has been instructed in
use of the device.
• The device operators must receive regular training about the dangers involved
in their work and measures to prevent such dangers.
• The operator must ensure that persons entrusted with the operation,
installation and maintenance have read and understood the operating manual.
• The device may only be configured, installed, maintained and repaired by
trained personnel with appropriate qualifications.
• If hazardous substances or substances that may become hazardous are used,
the device may only be used by personnel who are qualified to handle these
substances and the device.
• The operator must ensure that the device is checked for safety and
functionality at regular and usage-related intervals.
• The integrity of the safety symbols on the device must be checked at least
every two years.
• The operator must ensure that the mains supply has a low impedance to
prevent influencing other devices powered by the same supply.
3.2 General Safety Instructions for the operator
This section outlines the General Safety Instructions that must be observed by the
user to ensure safe operation.
• The unit may be connected to protected earth (PE) mains power outlets only
• The mains plug serves as a safe protective separation from the power supply
network and must always be freely accessible
• Do not attempt to use the unit if the mains cable is damaged
• Install the unit on an even surface on a supporting layer made of non-
combustible material
• Be sure to read the operating manual before initial operation
• Use tubing suitable for temperature control purposes
• Secure hose connections against slipping
• Avoid kinking the tubing
• Regularly check tubing for material fatigue, such as cracks
• Never put a damaged or leaking unit into operation
• Before performing service or repair tasks or transporting the unit, switch the
unit off and remove the power plug from the socket
• Completely drain the unit before transporting it
• Switch off the unit and disconnect the mains plug before carrying out any
cleaning work
• Transport the unit carefully
• Shaking or falls may damage the inside of the unit
• Observe safety labels
