Memmert HPP 108/749 Constant climate chamber (Generation 2003) - Manual (Page 7)

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Safety regulations
1.2 Product safety and dangers
Constant climate chambers of types HPP 108 and HPP 749 are technically well-developed,
manufactured using high-quality materials and are tested for many hours in the factory. They
contain the latest technology and comply with recognised technical safety regulations. But
there are still dangers involved, even when the appliance is used as intended. These dangers
are described below.
Warning!
After removing covers, live parts may be exposed. You may receive
an electric shock if you touch these parts. Disconnect the mains plug
before removing any covers. Any work inside the unit may only be
performed by qualified electricians.
Warning!
When loading the chamber with an unsuitable load, poisonous or
explosive vapours or gases may be produced. This could cause the
chamber to explode and people could be badly injured or poisoned.
The chamber may only be loaded with materials/test objects which
do not form any poisonous or explosive vapours when heated up
(see also chapter Intended use on page 12 ).
1.3 Requirements of the operating personnel
The constant climate chamber may only be operated and maintained by persons who are of
legal age and who have received instructions for the constant climate chamber. Personnel
who are to be trained, instructed or who are undergoing general training may only work on
the constant climate chamber under the continuous supervision of an experienced person.
Repairs may only be performed by qualified electricians. In this case, the regulations in the
separate service manual must be observed.
1.4 Responsibility of the owner
The owner of the constant climate chamber
► is responsible for the flawless condition of the constant climate chamber and for the con-
stant climate chamber being operated in accordance with its intended use (see page 12);
► is responsible for ensuring that persons who are to operate or service the constant climate
chamber are qualified to do this, have received instructions about the constant climate
chamber and are familiar with this operating manual;
► must know about the applicable regulations, requirements and work protection regula-
tions and train staff acordingly;
► is responsible for ensuring that unauthorised persons have no access to the constant
climate chamber;
► is responsible for ensurting that the maintenance plan is adhered to and that maintenance
work is properly carried out (see page 56 );
► ensures, for example through corresponding instructions and inspections, that the con-
stant climate chamber and its surroundings are kept clean and tidy;
► is responsible for ensuring that personal protective clothing is worn by operating person-
nel, e.g. work clothes, safety shoes, protective gloves.