2 Operating Instructions
General information
These operating instructions contain valuable information which has to be observed during initial
start-up, operation and maintenance. Therefore these instructions are to be read by the installer and
operating personnel in charge, before putting the chiller into operation.
All general safety instructions mentioned in this chapter and special security instructions given in other
sections of this manual have to be observed.
Personnel qualifi cation and training
Operating, maintenance, inspection and installation personnel must be qualifi ed. Responsibility and
supervision must be clearly explained to the operator.
Danger due to non-observance of safety instructions
Non-observance of safety instructions may cause injuries, endanger the environment or damage the chiller.
Non-observance of safety instructions will cancel the manufacturers liability for subsequent damage.
Safety conscious operation
The safety instructions given in these operating instructions, including national regulations on accident
prevention as well as any specifi c chiller safety instructions must be observed.
Safety instructions for user / operator
Protective guards that have been installed to prevent contact with moving parts may not be removed
when the unit is being operated. Danger resulting from the use of electrical power is excluded (for detailed
information, refer to the VDE regulations and the regulations of the local power supply authorities).
Safety instructions on maintenance, inspection, and installation work
Basically none of the cleaning or maintenance tasks may be performed until the unit has come to a com-
plete standstill. As soon as this work has been completed, all the safety devices and protective equipment
must be mounted or installed according to their proper function.
Arbitrary modifi cation and production of spare parts
The unit may be converted only if an agreement has been reached with the manufacturer. Original spare
parts and accessories accepted by the manufacturer serve as safety guarantee. Use of other parts may
cancel the manufacturer‘s liability for subsequent damages
1 SAFETY / PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS