Operation
➤
Keep the access doors closed for safety and to ensure correct cooling function.
➤ Carry out regular inspections:
■ for visible damage and leakage,
■ of safety devices,
■ of components needing to be monitored.
➤ Never operate machines without an air filter when drawing in air from the surroundings.
Maintenance
➤ Make sure the machine is shut down, cooled down and pressure-free before commencing any
maintenance work.
➤ Wear close-fitting, flame-resistant clothing. Wear protective clothing as necessary.
➤ Do not leave any loose components, tools or cleaning rags on or in the machine.
➤ Components removed from the machine can still be dangerous.
Do not open or destroy removed components as some (inlet valves, for instance) are powerful‐
ly spring-loaded.
Decommissioning, storage, disposal
➤ Drain out fluids and dispose of according to environmental regulations.
These include, for example, fuel, engine and compressor oil, antifreeze and coolant.
➤ Dispose of the machine in accordance with local environmental regulations.
3.5.3 Organizational 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.
3.5.4 Danger areas
The table gives information on areas dangerous to personnel.
Only authorized personnel may enter these areas.
Task Danger area Authorized personnel
Transport Within a 10 ft radius of the machine. Operating personnel to prepare for trans‐
port.
No personnel during transport.
Beneath the lifted machine. No personnel!
Commissioning Within the machine.
Within a 3 ft radius of the machine.
Maintenance personnel
Operation Within a 3 ft radius of the machine. Operating personnel
Maintenance Within the machine.
Within a 3 ft radius of the machine.
Maintenance personnel
Tab. 38 Danger areas
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.5 Dangers
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