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Safe operation of these products can only be guaranteed if they are properly installed, commissioned,
operating instructions. General installation and safety instructions for pipeline and plant construction,
as well as the proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be complied with.
must be suitable for environment where this potential explosive atmosphere is present. For the
device maintenance in potential explosive atmosphere, we recommend the usage of tools which
do not produce and/or propagate sparks.
1. Intended use
Referring to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, name-plate and Technical Information
Sheet, check that the product is suitable for the intended use / application. The products comply
with the requirements of the European Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX).
2. Access
Ensure safe access and if necessary a safe working platform (suitably guarded) before attempting
to work on the product. Arrange suitable lifting gear if required.
3. Lighting
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work is required.
4. Hazardous liquids or gases in the pipeline
Consider what is in the pipeline or what may have been in the pipeline at some previous time.
5. Hazardous environment around the product
Consider: explosion risk areas, lack of oxygen (e.g. tanks, pits), dangerous gases, extremes of
6. The system
closing isolation valves, electrical isolation) put any other part of the system or any personnel at risk?
7. Pressure systems
Ensure that any pressure is isolated and safely vented to atmospheric pressure. Consider double
isolation (double block and bleed) and the locking or labelling of closed valves. Do not assume that
8. Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid danger of burns
9. Tools and consumables
Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and /or consumables available. Use only
genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts.
10. Protective clothing
Consider whether you and / or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect against
dangers to eyes and face.
1. General Safety Information
