General; Safety; Marking Of Instructions In The Manual; Personnel Qualification And Training - Ksb Upa Control Betriebsanleitung

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General

This KSB product has been developed in accordance with
state-of-the-art technology; it is manufactured with utmost care
and subject to continuous quality control.
These operating instructions are intended to facilitate fami-
liarization with the equipment and its designated use.
The manual contains important information for reliable, proper
and efficient operation. Compliance with the operating instruc-
tions is of vital importance to ensure reliability and a long ser-
vice life of the equipment and to avoid any risks.
These operating instructions do not take into account local re-
gulations; the operator must ensure that such regulations are
strictly observed by all, including the personnel called in for in-
stallation.
The equipment must not be operated beyond the limit values for
the operating voltage, rated mains frequency, ambient tem-
perature and switching capacity specified in the technical docu-
mentation. Make sure that operation is in accordance with the
instructions laid down in this manual or in the contract docu-
mentation.
The name plate indicates the type series / size, main operating
data and works / serial number; please quote this information
in all queries, repeat orders and particularly when ordering
spare parts.
If you need any additional information or instructions exceeding
the scope of this manual or in case of damage please contact
KSB's nearest customer service centre.
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Safety

These operating instructions contain fundamental information
which must be complied with during installation, operation and
maintenance. Therefore this operating manual must be read
and understood both by the installing personnel and the re-
sponsible trained personnel / operators prior to installation and
commissioning, and it must always be kept close to the location
of operation of the machine / unit for easy access.
Not only must the general safety instructions laid down in this
chapter on "Safety" be complied with, but also the safety in-
structions outlined under specific headings.
2.1

Marking of instructions in the manual

The safety instructions contained in this manual whose non-ob-
servance might cause hazards to persons are specially marked
with the general hazard sign, namely
safety sign to DIN 4844 – W9
The electrical danger warning sign is
safety sign to DIN 4844 – W8.
The word
Caution
is used to introduce safety instructions whose non-observance
may lead to damage to the machine and its functions.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
2.2

Personnel Qualification and Training

All personnel involved in the operation, maintenance, inspec-
tion and installation of the unit must be fully qualified to carry out
the work involved. Personnel responsibilities, competence and
supervision must be clearly defined by the operator. If the per-
sonnel in question is not already in possession of the requisite
know-how, appropriate training and instruction must be pro-
vided. If required, the operator may commission the manufac-
turer / supplier to take care of such training. In addition, the op-
erator is responsible for ensuring that the contents of the
operating instructions are fully understood by the responsible
personnel.
2.3

Non-compliance with safety instructions

Non-compliance with safety instructions can jeopardize the
safety of personnel, the environment and the equipment itself.
Non-compliance with these safety instructions will also lead to
forfeiture of any and all rights to claims for damages.
In particular, non-compliance can, for example, result in:
-- failure of important equipment functions,
-- failure of prescribed monitoring methods,
-- hazard to persons by electrical, mechanical and chemical ef-
fects.
2.4

Safety awareness

It is imperative to comply with the safety instructions contained
in this manual, the relevant national health and safety regula-
tions and the operator's own internal work, operation and safety
regulations.
2.5

Safety instructions for the operator / user

Electrical hazards must be eliminated. (In this respect refer to
the relevant safety regulations applicable to different countries
and / or the local energy supply companies.)
2.6 Safety instructions for maintenance,
inspection and installation work
The operator is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance,
inspection and installation work be performed by authorized,
qualified specialist personnel who are thoroughly familiar with
the manual.
Any work on the equipment shall only be performed with the
equipment de-energized.
Immediately following completion of the work, all safety-
relevant and protective devices must be re-installed and / or re-
activated.
Please observe all instructions set out in chapter on "Commis-
sioning / Start-up" before returning the equipment to service.
2.7 Unauthorized modification and
manufacture of spare parts
Modifications or alterations of the equipment supplied are only
permitted after consultation with the manufacturer. Original
spare parts and accessories authorized by the manufacturer
ensure safety. The use of other parts can invalidate any liability
of the manufacturer for consequential damage.
2.8

Unauthorized modes of operation

The warranty relating to the operating reliability and safety of
the equipment supplied is only valid if the equipment is used in
accordance with its designated use. The limits stated in the
data sheet must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
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