Safety Chapter - ProMinent Hydro 2 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Safety chapter

2 Safety chapter
Explanation of the safety information
Warning signs denoting different types of
danger
Intended use
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The following signal words are used in these operating instructions to
identify different severities of a hazard:
Signal word Meaning
WARNING Denotes a possibly hazardous situation. If this is disre‐
garded, you are in a life-threatening situation and this
can result in serious injuries.
CAUTION Denotes a possibly hazardous situation. If this is disre‐
garded, it could result in slight or minor injuries or mate‐
rial damage.
The following warning signs are used in these operating instructions to
denote different types of danger:
Warning signs
Only use the pump to meter liquid feed chemicals.
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The pump is only approved for use with flammable feed chemicals if it
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has the identity code option "Standard multi-layer safety diaphragm
with rupture signalling", is operated at back pressures of over 2 bar
with metal liquid ends and if the operator implements appropriate
safety measures.
The pump may only be started up after it has been correctly installed
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and started up in accordance with the technical data and specifica‐
tions contained in the operating instructions. When working at temper‐
atures arising using a heating cartridge, bear in mind their effect.
Observe the general limitations with regard to viscosity limits, chem‐
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ical resistance and density - see also the ProMinent Resistance List
(in the Product Catalogue or at www.prominent.com)!
All other uses or modifications are prohibited.
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The pump is not intended for the metering of gaseous media and
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solids.
The pump is not intended for the metering of explosive substances
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and explosive mixtures.
The pump is not intended for unprotected use outdoors.
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The pump is only intended for industrial use.
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Only allow trained and authorised personnel to operate the pump -
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see the following table.
Type of danger
Warning – hand injuries.
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – flammable substances.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – danger zone.