Risk of injury from collapse of roof and protection roofs under excessive snow load
If the maximum permissible snow load is exceeded, the roof and the protection roofs of the product may collapse or
snap. As a result, persons can be injured by falling metal parts.
• Prior to entering the service platforms, ensure that the snow load on the roof and protection roofs is not
exceeded. The maximum permissible snow load is: 2,500 N/m
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• Keep roof and protection roofs free of snow.
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment for all work on the product.
Damage to the devices due to sand, dust or moisture penetration
Sand, dust or moisture penetration can damage the devices of the MV Power Station or impair their functionality.
• Do not open any devices during a sandstorm, precipitation or when humidity exceeds 95%.
• Only perform maintenance work when the environment is dry and free of dust.
• If the installation, maintenance or commissioning process is interrupted, mount all enclosure parts and close all
doors.
Damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy electronic components.
• Observe the ESD safety regulations when working on the product.
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment for all work on the product.
• Discharge electrostatic charge by touching grounded enclosure parts or other grounded elements. Only then is
it safe to touch electronic components.
Damage to oil tray due to ice formation
In subfreezing conditions, water in the oil tray may freeze and damage the oil tray.
• Check the oil tray regularly for water. Remove water, if necessary.
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Personal Protective Equipment
Always wear suitable protective equipment
When working on the product, always wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for the specific job.
The following personal protective equipment is regarded to be the minimum requirement:
☐ In a dry environment, safety shoes of category S3 with perforation-proof soles and steel toe caps
☐ During precipitation or on moist ground, safety boots of category S5 with perforation-proof soles and steel toe
caps
☐ Tight-fitting work clothes made of 100% cotton
☐ Suitable work pants
☐ Individually fitted hearing protection
☐ Safety gloves
Any other prescribed protective equipment must also be used.
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