Safety Instructions; General Safety Instructions; Eu Declaration Of Conformity; Intended Use - Heidolph Hei-MIX Promax 2020 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

General safety instructions



EU Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with the following EC-Directives*:
▪ 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
▪ 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
*Also see the attachment "EU Declaration of Conformity".
The device has been manufactured according to state-of-the-art technology and in
compliance with recognized safety regulations. However, risks may still arise during
installation, operation and maintenance.
➜ Please ensure that the operating manual is available at all times.
The device may only be used under the following conditions:
➜ Only operate the device if it is in a technically perfect condition.
➜ Only operate the device if you are properly aware of the risks and required safety
measures.
➜ Only operate the device in accordance with the instructions given in this operating
manual.
➜ If any information is ambiguous or missing, ask your superior or contact the
manufacturer.
➜ Do not operate anything on the device without authorization.
➜ Only use the device in accordance with its intended use.

Intended use

The device may only be operated by authorized personnel.
The device is suitable for the ▪ Shaking
▪ Mixing
following uses:
▪ Emulsifying
▪ Suspending
▪ Separating
▪ Dissolving
▪ Staining
The device may be operated ▪ Chemistry
▪ Pharmacy
in research laboratories,
▪ Biology
other laboratories and
▪ Environmental analytics
production facilities in the
▪ Basic research
following sectors:
▪ Similar research laboratories
Uninteded use/Reasonable foreseeable misuse
Any use which deviates from the device's intended use is considered to be improper. The
manufacturer is not liable for damage that occurs as a result. The risk is borne by the
operator alone.
When used in medical and food sectors the operator alone is responsible for compliance
with the applicable regulations and standards.
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Safety Instructions

Installation / electrical safety

▪ The device may only be connected up if the available power supply voltage corre-
sponds to the information stated on the rating plate for the device.
▪ The power supply connection must be easily accessibly at all times.
▪ 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.
▪ 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.
▪ 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.
▪ The device must be installed on a firm and stable surface.
▪ 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.
▪ It is not permitted to place or store any objects such as accessories, tools or
chemicals within this clearance area during operation.
▪ All screw connections must be securely tightened.
▪ It is not permitted to operate the device near to highly flammable or explosive
substances.
▪ 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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