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CHAPTER 1 – SAFETY
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1.2 General safety information
To maintain safety and minimize hazards observe the following:
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Before the drive is energized, make sure that:
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Before starting to work on the drive, make sure
that:
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all foreign objects are removed from the
drive,
all internal and external covers are securely
fastened and all doors are closed, locked and
/ or bolted,
the manual release of the door safety
switches is in the locked position
the main and auxiliary power supply to the
drive is switched off, locked out, and tagged
out,
the drive is dead,
safety ground connections are in place,
appropriate personal protective equipment
is provided and used when required,
everyone involved is informed.
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When working near the running drive, wear pro-
tective earmuffs.
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Before work is carried out simultaneously on
the drive and on other drive system equipment,
make sure that:
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the relevant safety codes and standards are
observed,
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all energy sources of the equipment are
turned off,
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lockout and tagout devices are in place,
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barriers and appropriate covers are used on
equipment which is still live,
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everyone involved is informed.
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In case of fire in the drive room:
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Observe the established rules and regula-
tions for fire protection.
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Only firemen with appropriate protective
equipment are allowed to enter the drive
room.
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