Safety; General Safety Instructions; Electrical Safety; Operational Safety - Heidolph Hei-VAC Control Betriebsanleitung

Safety

Safety

General safety instructions

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Before commissioning and using the device, familiarize yourself with all the safety regula-
tions and occupational safety guidelines applicable at the place of use and observe them
at all times.
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Only operate the device if it is in faultless technical condition. In particular, ensure that
there is no visible damage on the device itself, the power supply cord and, where appli-
cable, on connected devices or the supply connections.
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If there is missing or misleading information on the device or regarding occupational safety,
contact the responsible safety specialist or our technical service.
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Only use the device in accordance with the regulations on intended use („Intended use" on
page 58).

Electrical safety

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Before connecting the device to the power supply, ensure that the voltage indicated on the
rating plate matches the specifications of the local power utility company.
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Ensure that the power supply circuit provided is protected by means of a residual-current
device (RCD).
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Only use the short-circuit-proof multi-voltage power supply supplied with the device.
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The device must only be supplied with power from a properly grounded mains
socket-outlet.
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Have repairs and/or maintenance work on the device carried out exclusively by an autho-
rized electrician or by the technical service department of Heidolph Instruments.
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Always disconnect the device from the power supply system before carrying out any
maintenance, cleaning or repair work.

Operational safety

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Do not make any unauthorized changes or modifications to the device!
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Only use genuine spare parts and accessories, or those expressly approved by the
manufacturer!
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Rectify malfunctions or faults on the device immediately.
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Switch off and disconnect the device from the power supply, preventing reconnection, if it
is not possible to eliminate the malfunction or rectify the fault immediately.
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Observe all other applicable regulations such as laboratory and workplace guidelines,
recognized safety technology rules and special local regulations.

Occupational safety

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Always use the prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE) such as protective
clothing, safety goggles, protective gloves, safety shoes, etc.
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Depending on the running process, explosive mixtures can form in plants or other
hazardous situations could result. Never operate critical processes unattended!
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