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10.
Safety
Due to the nature of the processes that takes place in it, your Aqua Cool represents various risks, including
those of a mechanical, electrical and chemical nature. This section lists the various risks and measures
taken and provides instructions for handling your unit safely. Please read this chapter carefully and
familiarise yourself with the safety aspects before performing any actions or allowing them to take place.
The safety information in these operating instructions has been compiled as a guide for handling the
unit safely. OC Verhulst does not guarantee the completeness of this information and can therefore
not accept liability for any inaccuracies.
10.1.
General safety instructions
- Always observe the safety regulations, warnings, notes and instructions in this manual.
- Failure to follow the safety regulations, warnings, notes and instructions may lead to personal injury
or damage to the Aqua Cool.
- The installation of the Aqua Cool must be carried out in accordance with the general and local
building, safety and installation regulations of the local authorities, as well as the electricity and water
supply companies.
- Only an approved installation engineer may install, connect, commission and service the Aqua Cool.
- Instructions for maintenance, cleaning and changing the filters must be strictly followed
- Modification of the Aqua Cool is not permitted.
- It is recommended that a maintenance contract be taken out so that the Aqua Cool can be checked
regularly.
- Keep the operating instructions near the Aqua Cool for the duration of its service life.
Your Aqua Cool is fitted with a main switch that also serves as an emergency stop button. The switch
therefore has a red control on a yellow background. Switch off the unit by turning the main switch to the off
position in case of emergency.
10.2.
Statutory requirements
The Aqua Cool complies with the following European Directives:
- EC Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive).
- EC Directive 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Directive).
- EC Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive).
- EC Directive 2014/68/EU (Pressure Equipment Directive).
and is therefore CE-marked (for information see EC Declaration of Conformity, specific version supplied with
the unit.
The installation must comply with all applicable regulations.
10.3.
Safety measures
The Aqua Cool is designed to be operated with all service doors and panels fully closed. The housing of the
units itself also protects the user from the risks associated with the components inside:
Although the
Aqua
Cool
is equipped with extensive safety and protection features, we strongly advise you
to exercise caution when operating the unit. When working on the unit with open service doors while it is
running, the use of hearing protection is recommended. Parts of the unit are under positive pressure when
the fans are in operation, while other parts are under negative pressure. Bear this in mind when opening and
closing the service doors.
