Coltech MDDE-10DEN3-QA3 - Safety regulations for service and repair work; Work Area Safety

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• Never use themains lead plug for turning theproduct on or off. Theproduct
should only be switched on and off using theon/off switch.
• Before theproduct is moved, make sure it is switched off, unplugged and that
thewater tank is empty.
• Never expose theproduct to running/splashing water or other liquids. Liquid
coming in contact with electrical components can be extremely hazardous.
• Do not place theproduct where there is arisk of it falling into water or other liquids.
Do not place any objects that contain liquid on theproduct such as vases, drinks, etc.
Warning: When using therefrigerant R290.
• Do not use any other agents than those recommended by themanufacturer for
cleaning or to speed up thedefrosting process.
• Never use theproduct in areas where flammable liquids/materials or gases (petrol,
solvents, gas cylinders) are stored or used.
• Make sure that there are no holes or burns on theproduct.
• Be aware that refrigerants can be odourless.
• Theproduct should be used in areas with afloor space greater than 4 m².
Safety regulations for service and repair work
Repairs must only be carried out by authorised service personnel and only using
genuine spare parts.
1. Checks to the area
Prior to beginning work on systems containing flammable refrigerants, safety checks are
necessary to ensure that therisk of ignition is minimised. For repair to therefrigerating
system, thefollowing precautions shall be complied with prior to conducting work on
thesystem.
2. Work procedure
Work shall be undertaken under acontrolled procedure so as to minimise therisk of
aflammable gas or vapour being present while thework is being performed.
3. General work area
All maintenance staff and others working in thelocal area shall be instructed on
thenature of work being carried out. Work in confined spaces shall be avoided.
Thearea around theworkspace shall be sectioned off. Ensure that theconditions
within thearea have been made safe by control of flammable material.