Safety; General Information; Appropriate Use; Use Contrary To The Intended Purpose - Welch MXPC 303 Z Operating Manual

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2.1 General information

 The following safety and warning instructions must be read and understood by all users of
the device.
 All operations may be carried out by trained personnel only. They must be familiar with and
follow the particular hazards and understand how to operate the device and understand the
operating instructions.
 The device may only be used when it is in a technically perfect condition.

2.1.1 Appropriate use

ATTENTION
The design of the device must correspond to the conditions of use. The
operator is solely responsible for this.
Any use deviating from the above will be considered improper!
 The device may only be operated under the following conditions mentioned in the:
o chapter 3 Technical data
o on the type plate and
o in the technical specifications for each order.
 The device is intended exclusively for vacuum technology applications.
 Gaseous media only may be pumped.
 The device is intended for indoor use only.
The following shall also be deemed as intended:
 Observe these operating instructions including any safety/warning instructions.
 Define and enforce safety precautions (see chapter 2.3 Safety precautions).
 Compliance with the operating instructions for connections.
 Use of approved spare parts and accessories from Gardner Denver Thomas GmbH.

2.1.2 Use contrary to the intended purpose

 Risk of injury due to improper use!
 Use for purposes other than those for which it is intended may result in personal
injury.
The operator must ensure operation is in accordance with
2.1.1 Appropriate use!
The following shall be considered as use contrary to the intended purpose:
 Applications that do not correspond to the intended use (see chapter 2.1.1 Appropriate use).
 Use outside the specifications stated:
o the technical data,
o on the type plate or
o in the conditions set out in the delivery contract.
 Operation in an unsound technical condition.
 Outdoor operation.
CAUTION
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