BOGE Operating instructions for C 15 series screw compressors Page 3
General 1.1 General safety instructions
Electrical energy
hazards
Obligations of the owner
The owner is obliged to,
– operate the compressor only in technically perfect condition,
– check the Emergency Stop device of the compressor regularly for com-
pleteness and functionality,
– assess the hazards of the machine working places in his area of respon-
sibility and to issue the ensuing operating instructions,
– to name a person responsible beeing in charge of the safe operation of the
machine as well as the coordination of all service work performed on it,
– avoid stress situations while operating the compressor by means of tech-
nological and organizational operation scheduling,
– ensure a proper workplace lighting at the compressor control section ac-
cording to the local health and safety regulations,
– observe the safety data sheet of the used lubricants and to customize the
personnel all information as to said data sheet,
– provide the compulsory personal protective equipment and to stipulate and
check the wearing of said protective equipment on a regular basis,
– assign the personnel responsible for various tasks and work on the ma-
chine,
– instruct the personnel on a regular basis with respect to all obligations as
to compressor related preservation of safety and tidiness.
DANGER: Voltage!
There is danger of life when working on the electrical equipment of the
compressor!
– Only duly authorized professional electricians (e.g. plant electricians) are
allowed to carry out works in the electrical area of the machine.
– Disconnect mains connection prior to starting work on the compressor
and use padlock to secure against switching on again.
– Check to ensure that all parts are currentless.
– Make sure to check the electrical equipment of the compressor at regular
intervals for defects such as loose connections or scorched cables and
have any defects repaired immediately.
– Make sure to have all electrical equipment and fixed electrical installa-
tions checked by a professional electrician at least every 4 years.
– Make sure to check all safety installations on the machine for proper func-
tioning at regular intervals.
– Only use original fuses.