Safety Regulations; Save Installation And Commissioning; Authorized Use - BÖWE M21 Instruction Manual

2. Safety Regulations

Each person who is charged with the installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance or repair of the
drycleaning machine must first have read and understood the operating and installation instructions. In
particular, we refer to the observation of the relevant laws and regulations for the countries in question.
The cleaning machine has been built according to the latest state of the technology. Only persons who
are familiar with the machine and informed of the possible risks are authorized to set up, install,
commission, operate, maintain and repair this machine. The relevant accident prevention regulations and
other regulations involving safety and medical care for workers must be strictly adhered to.
Safety Symbols Used
This safety symbol identifies particular information regarding occupational safety. It
points out hazards and serves to protect personnel from physical injury. You must
observe all applicable laws and regulations; information on occupational safety only
emphasizes particularly dangerous areas. Failure to observe this information can
result in serious consequences for the health, up to and including life-threatening
injuries.
This symbol provides important information on the correct use of the machine.
Failure to observe this information can lead to disturbances in the machine or
surrounding area.
Mandatory signs for use of the machine
Use respiratory equipment
You are not permitted to bypass or turn off safety devices or to make them otherwise inoperative. You
must observe all applicable industrial safety regulations during installation and repair work. You must
dispose of distillation residues and process water in accordance with regulations.

2.1 Save Installation and Commissioning

You must install the drycleaning machine according to the enclosed installation instructions. The room
must be sufficiently ventilated.
You are not permitted to operate the machine in potentially explosive areas or in areas in which systems
with open flames have been installed. All electrical systems within a radius of 2 m (approximately 6.5
feet) must comply with the IP 54 degree of protection.
The BÖWE Organization Customer Service department is responsible for carrying out the first
startup.

2.2 Authorized Use

This drycleaning machine is designed exclusively for operation with solvents with flash points higher than
the temperature information on the machine nameplate. (See "Necessary Operating Materials and
Chemical Additives"). Handle these solvents directly only when absolutely necessary and wear protective
gloves and goggles.
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Use eye shield Use hand guards
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