2.3
Requirements for persons who work on the ball valve
Persons could be seriously injured or killed if the ball valve is used improperly. To avoid accidents, all
persons who work with the ball valve must meet the following minimum requirements.
They are physically capable to control the ball valve.
They can safely carry out the work on the ball valve within the scope of these operating instructions.
They understand the operating principles of the ball valve within the scope of their work and are able
to recognise and avoid the hazards of the work.
They have understood the operating instructions and are able to implement the information of the
operating instructions accordingly.
2.4
Personal protective equipment
Missing or unsuitable personal protective equipment increases the risk of damage to health and injuries to
people.
The following protective equipment is to be provided and worn during work:
Protective clothing
Safety shoes
Define and use additional protective equipment depending on the application and the media:
Safety gloves
Eye protection
Ear protection
Wear the specified personal protective equipment for all work on the ball valve.
2.5
Additional equipment and spare parts
Additional equipment and spare parts not conforming to the manufacturer's requirements can negatively
affect the operational safety of the ball valve and cause accidents.
To ensure operational safety, use original parts or parts that conform to the manufacturer's
requirements. If in doubt, have these confirmed by the dealer or manufacturer.
2.6
Adhere to the technical thresholds
If the technical thresholds of the ball valve are not observed, the ball valve may be damaged, accidents
may be caused and persons may be seriously injured or killed.
Adhere to the thresholds. See section "4. Description of the ball valve".
This product is designed for ≤500 loading cycles at pressure differences from zero to PN and any
number of loading cycles at pressure differences not exceeding 0.05 x PN.
2.7
Safety instructions
DANGER
Hazardous medium.
The escaping operating medium can cause poisoning, cauterisation and burns!
Wear the prescribed protective equipment.
Provide suitable collecting containers.
WARNING
Harmful and/or hot/cold conveyed media, lubricants and fuels.
Hazardous for persons and the environment!
Collect and dispose of rinsing medium and any residual media.
Wear protective clothing and a protective mask.
Observe legal regulations regarding the disposal of harmful media.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to inadequate maintenance work.
Incorrect maintenance can lead to serious injury and considerable material damage!
Before the start of work, ensure there is sufficient room for doing the work.
Ensure the space around the work is tidy and clean! Parts and tools in loose piles or lying around
are sources of accidents.
If parts have been removed, take care to assemble correctly and re-install all attachment items.
Before putting back into service, ensure:
All maintenance work has been performed and completed.
There are no persons in the hazard area.
All covers and safety devices are installed and operating correctly.
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Operating instructions
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