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1. Safety information
1.1 Type of application
The suitability of the Colima Visco and Colima Viscorol has to be verified for the specific usage
and application according to the product name-plate, technical specifications and to these
Installation and Maintenance Iinstructions.
The Colima Visco and Colima Viscorol comply with the requirements of the following European
Directives: 2014/68/EU (PED) and 2014/34/EU (ATEX) (for the electric equipment only).
1.2 Accessibility
Ensure safe access and, where necessary, a safe and correctly protected platform before working
on the product. Use suitable lifting mechanisms where required.
1.3 Lighting
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work is required.
1.4 Hazardous gases or liquids in the pipeline
Consider the present or previous content of the pipeline paying attention to inflammable
materials, substances dangerous to health and to extremes of temperature.
1.5 Dangerous environment
Take account of areas at risk of explosion, lack of oxygen (e.g. tanks or pits), dangerous gases,
temperature extremes, hot surfaces, re hazard (e.g. during welding), excessive noise, moving
machinery.
1.6 The system
Consider the effect on the complete system of the work proposed. Will any proposed action (e.g.
closing isolation valves, electrical isolation) put any other part of the system or any personnel at
risk? Dangers might include isolation of vents or protective devices or the rendering ineffective
of controls or alarms. Ensure isolation valves are turned on and off in a gradual way to avoid
system shocks.
1.7 Pressure
Ensure that all parts exposed to pressure are isolated or adequately vented to atmospheric
pressure. Do not assume a system is de-pressurized even when the pressure gauge reads zero.
1.8 Temperature
To avoid the risk of burns, wait until the unit has reached ambient temperature before
handling after isolation.
1.9 Tools and consumables
Before starting a work, ensure the availability of appropriate tools and / or consumables. Only use
the spare parts listed in Section 5.
1.10 Protective clothing
Consider whether you and/or other personnel need protective clothing, against for example chemical
products, high or low temperatures, noise, falling objects and hazards to eyes and face.
1.11 Other risks
During normal operation the product surface could be very hot. The surface temperature of some
products operating at the maximum allowable temperature may reach 350°C.
Please take this information into account before disassembly or removal from the plant!
