General; Foreword; Guarantee; Safety Regulations - ITT SEKAMATIK 10 E 6M Serie Montageanleitung Und Bedienungsanleitung

1.1 Foreword

This product corresponds with the requirements of the
Machine directive 98/37/EG (former 89/392/EWG).
The staff employed on installation, operation, inspec-
tion and maintenance must be able to prove that they
know about the relevant accident prevention regula-
tions and that they are suitably qualified for this work.
If the staff does not have the relevant knowledge,
they should be provided with suitable instruction.
The operating safety of the pumps or units (i.e. pump plus
motor) supplied is only guaranteed if these are used in ac-
cordance with the provisions given in the Confirmation of
Order and/or Point 4 in "Installation and Operation".
The operator is responsible for following the instructions and
complying with the safety requirements given in these Op-
erating Instructions.
Smooth operation of the pump or pump unit can only be
achieved if installation and maintenance are carried out
carefully in accordance with the rules generally applied in
the field of mechanical and electrical engineering.
If not all the information can be found in these Operating
Instructions, please contact us.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for the pump or
pump unit if the Operating Instructions are not followed.
These Operating Instructions should be kept in a safe place
for future use.
If this pump or pump unit is handed on to any third party, it
is essential that these Operating Instructions and the oper-
ating conditions and working limits given in the Confirmation
of Order are also passed on in full.
These Operating Instructions do not take into account all
design details and variants nor all the possible chance oc-
currences and events which might happen during installa-
tion, operation and maintenance.
Alterations or changes to the machine are only permitted by
agreement with the manufacturer. Original spare parts and
accessories authorised by the manufacturer should be used
for greater safety. We bear no responsibility for the conse-
quences of using other parts.
We retain all copyright in these Operating Instructions; they
are intended only for personal use by the owner of the pump
or the pump unit. The Operating Instructions contain techni-
cal instructions and drawings which may not, as a whole or
in part, be reproduced, distributed or used in any unauthor-
ised way for competitive purposes or passed on to others.

1.2 Guarantee

The guarantee is given in accordance with our Conditions of
Delivery and/or the confirmation of order.
Repair work during the guarantee period may only be car-
ried out by us, or subject to our written approval. Otherwise
the guarantee ceases to apply.
Longer-term guarantees basically only cover correct han-
dling and use of the specified material. Wear and tear, parts
that are subject to wear such as impellers, mechanical seals
or packing, shaft seals, shafts, shaft sleeves, bearings, split
rings and wear rings etc., as well as damage caused during
transport or as a result of improper storage are not covered
by the guarantee.
In order for the guarantee to apply, it is essential that the
pump or pump unit is used in accordance with the operating
conditions given on the type plate, confirmation of order or
in the Data Sheet. This applies particularly for the endur-
ance of the materials as well as the smooth running of the
pump. If one or more aspects of the actual operating condi-
tions are different, we should be asked to confirm in writing
that the pump is suitable.

1.3 Safety regulations

These Operating Instructions contain important instructions
which must be followed when the pump is assembled and
commissioned and during operating and maintenance. For
this reason, these Operating Instructions must be read by
the skilled staff responsible and/or by the operator of the
plant before it is installed and commissioned, and they must
be left permanently ready at hand at the place where the
plant is in use. The operator must ensure that the contents
of the Operating Instructions are fully understood by the
staff. These Operating Instructions do not refer to the Gen-
eral Regulations on Accident Prevention or local safety
and/or operating regulations. The operator is responsible for
complying with these (if necessary by calling in additional
installation staff).
The safety instructions contained in these Operating In-
structions have the following special safety markings as
specified in DIN 4844:
Safety reference!
Non-observance can impair the pump and its func-
tion.
General Symbol for Danger!
Persons can be endangered.
Warning of electric voltage!
It is absolutely essential that safety information affixed di-
rectly to the pump or pump unit is followed and maintained
so that it is always easily legible.
1.4 Safety instructions
Dangers of not following safety instructions
Failure to follow the safety instructions can result in the fol-
lowing, for example:
People being at risk because of electrical, mechanical
and chemical factors.
Important functions of the pump or pump unit failing.
Safety instructions for the operator
Depending on the operating conditions, wear and tear,
corrosion or age will limit the working life of the
pump/pump unit, and its specified characteristics. The
operator must ensure that regular inspection and main-
tenance are carried out so that all parts are replaced in
good time which would otherwise endanger the safe
operation of the system. If abnormal operation or any
damage are observed, the pump must cease operation
immediately.
If the breakdown or failure of any system or unit could
lead to people being hurt or property being damaged,
such system or unit must be provided with alarm devices
and/or spare modules, and they should be tested regu-
larly to ensure that they function properly.
If dangerous media (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) leak out
(e.g. from shaft seals), these must be directed away so
that there is no danger to people or the environment.
The provisions of the law must be observed.
Measures should be taken to exclude any danger from
electricity (e.g. by complying with the local regulations
on electrical equipment). If work is carried out on live
electrical components, they should be unplugged from
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