Chapter 2 Safety Regulations Alpha Compact 32708612
Version: 14.12.2012 page 15 of 135
Intended Use
The working reliability of the labeler is ensured only with intended use.
An Intended Use applies if …
the labeler is used exclusively for automatic labeling of moved respectively stopped
products.
maintenance is only carried out after stopping the labeler.
the labeler is used with specified products as well as specified labels. Products and
labels have to meet all * documented specifications agreed upon between manufac-
turer and customer.
*
"documented specifications" are normally laid down in the LSS (Labeling Systems Survey) and handed out to the
customer with the confirmation of order.
the labeler is operating in explosion-proof environments (not intended for explosion-
risk areas) !
the labeler does not come in direct contact with food products.
the labeler is not operating outdoors.
the labeler is used with an additional pneumatic shutter at the aperture for the Tamp
when operating in a wet environment.
the labeler has additional air conditioning features in the stainless steel cabinet for
use in an aggressive air environment (e.g. salted air).
the labeler has additional air conditioning features in the stainless steel cabinet for
use in a dusty environment with unadjusted particles.
the labeler is used exclusively for industrial purposes.
all working conditions and instructions, prescribed in this manual, will be observed.
failures at the labeler affecting the safety have to be reported and immediately re-
solved by trained and briefed personnel.
maintenance is kept and performed correctly.
the labeler is used exclusively under faultless conditions.
safety equipment is not by-passed or abrogated.
arbitrary changes at the machine are omitted.
the labeler is used or operated by adequate personnel, refer to “Authorized Person-
nel” (s. page 20). These persons must have read and have to be familiar with the
content of the manual.
Handling the labeling system without considering one of these points is not for the in-
tended purpose and can cause serious damages to persons or properties.