General Safety - ABB AMG 0180 User Manual

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1.6 General safety

Carrying out certain operations, maintenance procedures and some handling
procedures can be dangerous or harmful if the correct safety precautions are not
observed.
While it is important that these recommended safety procedures are observed, care
near machinery is always necessary. No list can be exhaustive, always be on your
guard!
It is important that personnel are aware of the hazards that exist within their
working environment. Not only should they be able to identify these hazards, but
they should be able to deal quickly and efficiently with the situation by carrying
out recognized safety procedures.
They should also be able to recognize warning signs (decals) and visual or audio
signals.
The following recommendations are for general guidance:
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Always wear correctly fitted protective clothing, headwear and footwear.
Loose or baggy clothing can be lethal when working on or near rotating
machinery. Clothing should be laundered regularly. Clothing which becomes
impregnated with oil or other substances can constitute a health hazard due to
prolonged contact with the skin, even through underclothing.
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As far as it is practicable, work on or close to machinery only when they are
stopped. If this is not possible, keep tools, test equipment and all parts of your
body well away from the moving parts of the machinery.
•
Parts of the synchronous machine and its auxiliary equipment can reach high
temperatures. Protective clothing, particularly gloves must be worn at all
times.
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Many liquids used in machinery are harmful if swallowed or splashed into the
eyes. In the event of accidentally swallowing a potentially dangerous fluid, do
NOT encourage vomiting and OBTAIN MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
IMMEDIATELY. Wear protective goggles when handling liquids which are
harmful to the eyes. If any liquid is splashed into the eyes, wash out
immediately and OBTAIN MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IMMEDIATELY.
Safety is dependent on the awareness, concern and prudence of all those who
operate and service machines. The machinery may cause severe injury if
incorrectly used. Personnel must be aware of the potential hazards that exist when
operating or maintaining synchronous machines.
Before attempting to set up, operate or adjust synchronous machines, operators
and maintenance people must be technically qualified and must have received the
appropriate training.
or repair work to the machine have been made without prior written
approval from the ABB factory, which supplied the machine.
warranty details, which are specified in the sales terms, conditions or
warranty terms.
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