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2.1.3. Operation
To prevent injury and/or damage to equipment, observe the following safety rules:
• Appoint an equipment foreman to be responsible for the equipment.
• Ensure that the operating personnel are provided detailed instruction in the operation of the
equipment.
• When the main switch is switched off for reasons pertaining to safety, it must be secured and
locked out to prevent injury.
• Repair work may be carried out by trained personnel only.
• Never operate the equipment when it is partially dismantled.
• In case of malfunction, shut down the equipment immediately. Repair the equipment
immediately.
• The equipment is intended only for conveying granulated plastics and regrinds. Any other or
additional use is contrary to specifications.
• This equipment is not suitable for food processing.
• The safety instructions of the connected machines must be followed.
2.1.4. Maintenance
To prevent injury and/or damage to equipment, observe the following safety rules:
• Before starting maintenance work, appoint a supervisor.
• Inform the responsible personnel before maintenance work on the system is started.
• Disconnect the equipment from main supply and ensure that it is locked out before starting
maintenance procedures to ensure that it cannot be switched on unintentionally.
• All pipes, hoses and threaded connections should be checked regularly for leaks and damage.
Any faults that arise should be corrected immediately.
• Depressurize all compressed air piping before starting maintenance work.
