Laplante V120103-RS11 Operation Manual - page 9
Operation manual
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to the starting equipment.
6. Persons switching on remotely controlled machines shall take adequate precautions to
ensure that there is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable
notice shall be affixed to the remote start equipment.
7. Close the compressor air outlet valve before connecting or disconnecting a pipe.
8. Before removing any pressurized component, effectively isolate the machine from all
sources of pressure and relieve the entire system of pressure.
9. Never use flammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride for cleaning parts. Take safety
precautions against toxic vapours of cleaning liquids.
10. Scrupulously observe cleanliness during maintenance and repair. Keep dirt away by
covering the parts and exposed openings with a clean cloth, paper or tape.
11. Never weld or perform any operation involving heat near the oil system. Oil tanks must be
completely purged, e.g. by steam-cleaning, before carrying out such operations. Never
weld on , or in any way modify, pressure vessels.
12. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that a internal part of machine is
overheated, the machine shall be stopped but no inspection covers shall be opened before
sufficient cooling time has elapsed; this to avoid the risk of spontaneous ignition of the oil
vapour when air is admitted.
13. Never use a light source with open flame for inspecting the interior of a machine, pressure
vessel, etc.
14. Make sure that no tools, loose parts or rags are left in or on the machine.
15. All regulating and safety devices shall be maintained with due care to ensure that their
function properly. They may not be put out of action.
16. Before clearing the machine for use after maintenance or overhaul, check that operating
pressures, temperatures and time setting are correct. Check that all control and shut-down
devices are fitted and that their function correctly. If removed, check that the coupling guard
of the compressor drive shaft has been reinstalled.
17. Every time the separator element is renewed, examine the discharge pipe and the inside of
the oil separator vessel for carton deposits; if excessive, the deposits should be removed.
18. Protect the motor, air filter, electrical and regulating components, etc. to prevent moisture
from entering them, e.g. when steam-cleaning.
19. Make sure that all sound-damping material, e.g. on the bodywork and in air inlet and outlet
systems of the compressor, is in good condition. If damaged, replace it by genuine material
from the manufacturer to prevent the sound pressure level from increasing.
20. Never use caustic solvents which can damage material of the air net e.g. polycarbonate
bowls.
21. The following safety precautions are stressed when handling refrigerant:
1) Never inhale refrigerant vapours. Check that the working area is adequately ventilated; if
required, use breathing protection.
2) Always wear special gloves. In case of refrigerant contact with the skin, rinse the skin
with water. If liquid refrigerant contacts the skin through clothing until, all refrigerant is
flushed away; then seek medical first aid.
22. Protect hands to avoid injury from hot machine parts, e.g. during draining of oil.
Also consult following safety precautions; Safety precautions during
operation and safety precautions during maintenance.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inlet
gas.
Processing of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical
to the application which are not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and