Transport
➤ Use suitable lifting gear that conforms to local safety regulations.
➤ Allow transport only by personnel trained in the safe movement of goods.
➤ Attach lifting gear only to suitable lifting points.
➤ Note the centre of gravity to avoid danger of the machine tipping over.
➤ Make sure the danger zone is clear of personnel.
Installation
➤ Install the machine in a suitable compressor room.
➤ If installed outdoors, the machine must be protected from frost, direct sunlight, dust, rain and
splashing water.
➤ Do not operate in areas in which specific requirements with regard to explosion protection are in
force.
For instance, the requirements of ATEX directive 94/9/EC "Equipment and Protective Systems
intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres".
➤ Ensure adequate ventilation.
➤ Ensure that required ambient conditions are maintained with regard to:
■ Ambient temperature and humidity
■ Clean inlet air with no damaging contaminants.
■ Inlet air free of explosive or chemically unstable gases or vapours.
■ inlet air free of acid/alkaline forming substances, particularly ammonia, chlorine or hydrogen
sulphide.
➤ Do not position the machine in warm exhaust air from other machines.
➤ Ensure accessibility so that all work on the machine can be carried out without danger or hin‐
drance.
Decommissioning, storage, disposal
➤ Drain out fluids and dispose of according to environmental regulations.
These include, for example, lubricating oil and compressor oil.
➤ Dispose of the machine in accordance with local environmental regulations.
3.5.3 Organisational Measures
➤ Designate personnel and their responsibilities.
➤ Give clear instructions on reporting faults and damage to the machine.
➤ Give instructions on fire reporting and fire-fighting measures.
3.6 Safety Devices
Various safety devices ensure safe working with the machine.
➤ Do not change, bypass or disable safety devices.
➤ Check safety devices for correct function regularly.
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.6 Safety Devices
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Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor
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