5. In installations with more than one vacuum pump connected to a common net, manual valves must be
installed to isolate each pump. Non-return valves (check valves) must not be relied upon for isolating the
pumps.
6. Never remove or tamper with the safety devices.
Also consult following safety precautions:
Safety precautions during operation
and
Safety
precautions during Maintenance or Repair
.
These precautions apply to vacuum pumps.
For precautions applying to the connected equipment consult the relevant instruction book.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence some
statements may not apply to your device.
1.3
Safety precautions during operation
All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or non-
observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation, maintenance and
repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
General precautions
1. The operator must employ safe working practices and observe all related local work safety requirements
and regulations.
2. If any of the following statements does not comply with local legislation, the stricter of the two shall apply.
3. Installation, operation, maintenance and repair work must only be performed by authorised, trained,
specialised personnel.
4. Before carrying out any maintenance, repair work, adjustment or any other non-routine checks, stop the
device. In addition, the power isolating switch must be opened and locked.
Precautions during operation
1. Persons switching on remotely controlled machines shall take adequate precautions to ensure that there
is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable notice shall be affixed to the remote
start equipment.
2. Never operate the device in the presence of flammable or toxic fumes, vapours or particles.
3. Never operate the machine below or in excess of its limit ratings.
4. Wear ear protectors if applicable. People staying in environments or rooms where the sound pressure level
reaches or exceeds 90 dB(A) shall wear ear protectors.
5. Periodically check that:
• All guards and fasteners are in place and tight
• All hoses and/or pipes are in good condition, secure and not rubbing
• There are no leaks
• All electrical leads are secure and in good order
6. Never remove or tamper with the safety devices.
Instruction book
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Summary of Contents for AGS 1560
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