Parker K-MT 1-8 - General safety notes

For your own safety
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Risk of skidding
When emptying and filling the hollow section vessels with drying agent, there
is a risk of skidding caused by spilt drying agent.
Intended use of the dryer
The dryer is exclusively intended for drying compressed air. Depending on
defined input conditions, it dries compressed air for industrial use.
The dryer is designed for compressed air, which is free from aggressive water,
oil, and solid matter constituents.
As standard, the dryer is intended to be sited within a building and protected
against the weather.
The dryer may be operated only in accordance with the data on the type plate
and in accordance with the contractual conditions.
Suspected misuse
The dryer must not be misused as a climbing aid! Pipes, valves, and similar
fittings have not been designed for such loads. They could fracture, tear off, or
become damaged in another way.
General safety notes
For your own safety, when carrying out any work on the dryer comply with
all applicable national safety regulations!
Personnel qualification
Only authorized and qualified specialist personnel may be tasked with the work
on the dryer described in these operating instructions.
Conversions and modifications
Without prior approval by the manufacturer, no conversions and modifications
must be made to the dryer! Any non-approved modifications may restrict the
operational safety of the dryer and cause damage to property or personal injury.
Handling drying agents
The drying agents used do not pose any risk to health. However, when filling and
emptying the hollow section vessels with drying agents, increased dust
generation may occur. Please comply with the following instructions:
 When filling drying agents, wear a dust mask and eye protection!
 If a spillage occurs, any spilt drying agent must be taken up immediately.
There is a risk of skidding!