Installation / Electrical Safety; Qualifications Of Employees; Obligations Of The Operator; Installation Site - Heidolph Hei-TORQUE series Betriebsanleitung

Safety Instructions

Installation / electrical safety

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The device may only be connected up if the available power supply voltage corres-
ponds to the information stated on the rating plate for the device.
▪ The power supply connection must be easily accessibly at all times.
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An RCD circuit breaker (residual current circuit breaker) must be fitted to the
electrical system in the building so that the device is disconnected from the power
circuit in the event of a fault.
▪ Repairs may only be performed by electricians authorised by Heidolph Instruments.
▪ Never operate the device with a damaged power cord.
▪ Always turn the device OFF and disconnect the power cord before carrying out any
maintenance or repair work.

Qualifications of employees

▪ The device may only be operated by trained personnel.
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The device may only be operated by persons who have been instructed and super-
vised in its proper use by trained specialist personnel.
▪ The device may only be operated by specialist personnel who are above the legal
minimum age.
▪ Other persons may only work on the device under the constant supervision of experi-
enced and trained specialist personnel.
▪ This operating manual must be read and understood by all persons working with the
device.
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Personnel must receive safety training that ensures responsible and safe working
practices.

Obligations of the operator



Installation site

▪ The device must be installed in a suitable location.
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The device must be installed on a firm and stable surface.
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Ensure that the device and all of its components are easily accessible at all times.
▪ Maintain a sufficient safety clearance to, in particular, any moving and/or hot
equipment components.
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It is not permitted to place or store any objects such as accessories, tools or
chemicals within this clearance area during operation.
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All screw connections must be securely tightened.
▪ It is not permitted to operate the device near to highly flammable or explosive
substances.
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Operate the device in conjunction with an extractor hood, if working with potential
harmful media (see DIN EN 14175 and DIN 12924).
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