2�2
Scope of application
2�2�1 Intended use
The submersible pump is designed for use on
construction sites to pump contaminated wa-
ter.
The submersible pump is only designed for the
following media:
• polluted water with a solids content of max.
20 %
• Liquid temperature: max. 40 °C (special
versions on request)
The pump must not be used for pumping flam-
ma-ble liquids. It must not be used in environ-
ments where there is a risk of fire or explosion.
The pump must not be used for pumping fae-
cal sewage.
The pump may only be switched on if there are
no persons in the water.
Intended use also includes:
Reading and understanding safety instruc-
f
tions
Observing operating and maintenance in-
f
struc-tions
Complying with inspection and maintenan-
f
ce conditions
2�2�2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Misuse can lead to hazards and damage to the
pump.
• All applications other than those described
above are prohibited.
• The pump must not be switched on if there
are persons in the water.
Operating Instructions for Submersible Pump Series SPT-R
2�2�3 Subsequently installed compo-
nents
For subsequently integrated components and
conversions, the operator must carry out an
appropriate assessment of the hazards.
2�3
Requirements for the opera-
ting company and personnel
2�3�1 Obligation of the operating com-
pany
The operating company of the pump must en-
sure that
• commissioning and operation are only per-
formed by trained personnel.
• these operating instructions are always
available. They are an integral part of the
product.
• the operating instructions and in particular
the safety instructions have been read and
understood prior to operation, maintenance
and repair by the personnel entrusted with
such work.
• the operating personnel is familiar with the
basic regulations on occupational health
and safety and accident prevention.
• the permissible operating conditions are
com-plied with.
• through a risk assessment any other ha-
zards that may arise as a result of special
working conditions at the place where the
pump is used are identified.
• in case of replacement only original parts,
parts approved by the manufacturer or
parts with appropriate specifications are
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