Legal Considerations - Binder VDL Series Operating Manual

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Legal considerations

This operating manual is for informational purposes only. It contains information for correct and safe in-
stalling, start-up, operation, decommissioning, cleaning and maintenance of the product. The content of
this operating manual takes into account the applicable regulatory requirements and the latest technolo-
gy. Note: the contents and the product described are subject to change without notice.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation and maintenance. Images are to provide basic understanding. They may
deviate from the actual version of the chamber. The actual scope of delivery can, due to optional or spe-
cial design, or due to recent technical changes, deviate from the information and illustrations in these
instructions this operating manual. In no event shall BINDER be held liable for any damages, direct or
incidental arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
This operating manual cannot cover all conceivable applications. If you would like additional information,
or if special problems arise that are not sufficiently addressed in this manual, please ask your dealer or
contact us directly, e.g. by phone at the number located on page one of this manual.
Furthermore, we emphasize that the contents of this operating manual are not part of an earlier or exist-
ing agreement, description, or legal relationship, nor do they modify such a relationship. All obligations on
the part of BINDER derive from the respective purchase contract, which also contains the entire and ex-
clusively valid statement of warranty administration and the general terms and conditions, as well as the
legal regulations valid at the time the contract is concluded. The statements in this manual neither aug-
ment nor restrict the contractual warranty provisions.
Furthermore, relevant national and international regulations on occupational safety apply. The operator
must know, comply with, and implement these requirements. In particular, this includes the provisions of
ATEX Operational Directive 1999/92/EC ("ATEX 137") (implemented for Germany in the Industrial Safety
Regulation (BetrSichV) and the Ordinance on Hazardous Substances (GefStoffV)). The operator is re-
sponsible for choosing suitable work equipment for the areas classified as explosion hazards and for in-
stalling and operating equipment in accordance with respective requirements.
Limitation of liability
BINDER GmbH is not liable for any damage arising from the following causes:
• Non-observance of Instruction Manual
• Improper use
• Improper installation, setup, maintenance, repair
• Inspections not being performed (testing before initial commissioning, recurring tests, testing before
recommissioning
• Negligence or willful intent
• Incorrect response to malfunctions
• Assignment of improperly or insufficiently trained personnel
• Technical changes and modifications made by the operator and not approved by the manufacturer
• Use of non-approved accessories and replacement parts
We reserve the right to technical changes as part of improvements to operating characteristics and further
development.
Have repairs performed only by experts authorized by BINDER. Repaired chambers must comply with the
quality standard specified by BINDER. In particular, carry out an inspection before recommissioning after
maintenance or repairs. These can only be performed by the manufacturer or specially trained personnel
(in Germany: Qualified Persons per BetrSichVO).
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