Safety Information; Target Group; Symbols Used In This Document; Safety-Related Symbols On The Product - Grundfos DSS Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

3. Safety information

Non-observance of the safety instructions may have dangerous
consequences for the staff, the environment and the product and
may result in the loss of any claims for damages.
Should you require further information, please contact Grundfos.

3.1 Target group

These installation and operating instructions contain general
instructions that must be observed during installation, startup,
operation and maintenance of the product. The responsible staff
must read these installation and operating instructions prior to
any work at the product. These installation and operating
instructions must be available at the installation site at all times.
3.1.1 Qualification and training of staff
The staff responsible for the installation, startup, operation and
maintenance must be qualified for these tasks. Areas of
responsibility, levels of authority and the supervision of the staff
must be precisely defined by the operating company. If
necessary, the staff must be trained.
3.1.2 Obligations of the operating company
• Observe the local safety regulations.
• Instruct the operating staff.
• Provide the stipulated safety equipment and personal
protective equipment.
• Arrange regular maintenance.
3.1.3 Obligations of the user
• Read this manual thoroughly before putting the product into
operation.
• Observe the recognized health and safety regulations as well
as the accident prevention regulations.
• Wear protective equipment in accordance with national health
and safety regulations when working at the system and
handling chemicals.

3.2 Symbols used in this document

Warning
If these safety instructions are not observed, it may
result in personal injury.
If these safety instructions are not observed, it may
Caution
result in malfunction or damage to the equipment.
Notes or instructions that make the job easier and
Note
Note
ensure safe operation.
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3.3 Safety-related symbols on the product

Symbol Description
Indication of universally dangerous spot.
In case of emergency and prior to all maintenance
work and repairs, take the mains plug out of the
mains supply.
The product complies with electrical safety class II.
Connection for deaeration hose at dosing head. If the
deaeration hose is not correctly connected, danger
will arise due to possible leakage of dosing medium.
All signs and symbols on the product must be observed and kept
legible.

3.4 Safety instructions for the user

Warning
Observe the local regulations for work safety.
Observe the safety data sheets of the supplier of
chemicals.
All work on DSS systems must be carried out by
authorized and qualified staff.
Wear protective clothing when working on DSS
systems.

3.5 Unauthorized changes

Do not make changes of DSS systems without prior consent of or
agreement with the supplier.
Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Use of
other parts or modification of DSS systems can result in
malfunction of the product.

3.6 Safety of the system in the event of product failure

Use appropriate monitoring and control devices in order to ensure
the overall safety of the system in case the product fails.
Warning
Danger of personal injury due to contact with
chemicals.
Make sure that leaking chemicals do not cause
personal injury or damage to property.
We recommend installation of leakage monitoring
solutions and drip trays.