Safety Regulations; Safe Installation And Commissioning; Authorized Use - BÖWE P12 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
This safety symbol identifies particular information regarding occupational
safety. It points out hazards and serves to protect personnel from physical injury.
All applicable laws and regulations must be observed; the 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. Safe 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.
The BÖWE Customer Service Department is responsible for carrying out the first startup.

2.2. Authorized Use

This drycleaning machine has been designed exclusively for operation with the solvent
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc). (See "Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives").
Handle these solvents only when absolutely necessary and wear protective gloves and goggles.
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Use eye shield Use hand guards
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