GCE druva 34 Series Instructions For Use Manual page 16

life and limb of the user or third parties, or damage to the pressure device or other property.
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The pressure device must only be used for the intended use.
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Malfunctions which could impair safety must be rectifi ed immediately.
2.5 INTENDED USE
The pressure device is only to be used for expanding gaseous media from gas cylinders.
Any use other than or exceeding this is regarded as improper use.
The intended use also encompasses
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observing all information in the operating instructions,
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carrying out inspection and maintenance work,
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observing the rating plate and the data sheet.
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2.6 GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY
Our "General Conditions of Sale and Delivery" apply. These are available to the operating
authority at the latest on formation of the contract. Guarantee and liability claims regarding
personal injury and damage to property are excluded if they result from one or more of the
following causes:
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Improper use of the pressure device.
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Incorrect assembly, start-up, operation or servicing of the pressure device.
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Operation of the pressure device with defective safety equipment, or with incorrectly
installed or nonfunctioning safety and protection devices.
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Non-observance of information in the operating instructions relating to transport, storage,
assembly, start-up, operation, servicing and equipping of the pressure device.
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Unauthorized constructional alterations to the pressure device.
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Unauthorized alteration of the cylinder connections for use of other gas types, exceeding
of permissible inlet pressures, use of extraneous or non-original seals.
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Insuffi cient monitoring of equipment, screwed fi ttings, and sealing parts, which are subject
to wear.
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Repairs carried out incorrectly.
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Temperature exceeds or falls below the temperature range indicated in the data sheet,
during operation or storage.
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Unforseen calamities resulting from effect of foreign body or force majeure.
2.7 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND INFORMATION
The following designations and symbols are used in the operating instructions to indicate
dangers:
This symbol indicates an immediate threat of danger to the life and health of persons. Ignoring
this information will have serious consequences which are damaging to health. This may in-
clude lifethreatening injury.
This symbol indicates a possible threat of danger to the life and health of persons. Ignoring this
information can have serious consequences which are damaging to health. This may include
life-threatening injury.
This symbol indicates a situation which might be dangerous. Ignoring this information can
result in minor injury or damage to property.
This symbol indicates important information for correct handling of the pressure device. Hints
for operation and particularly useful information are provided. Ignoring this information can
result in malfunctions at the pressure device or in the surrounding area. Hints for operation
help you to use all the functions of your pressure device optimally.
2.8 ORGANIZATIONAL MEASURES
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The required personal protective equipment must be provided by the operating authority.
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All the safety devices must be checked regularly.
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In case of oxygen shortage or excessive contaminant concentration, respiratory
equipment which is independent of the surrounding atmosphere is required (VBG 1).
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