English
1. General
1.1 About this document
The language of the original operating instructions is
English. All other languages of these instructions are
translations of the original operating instructions.
These installation and operating instructions are an inte-
gral part of the product. They must be kept readily avail-
able at the place where the product is installed. Strict
adherence to these instructions is a precondition for the
proper use and correct operation of the product.
These installation and operating instructions correspond
to the relevant version of the product and the underlying
safety standards valid at the time of going to print.
2. Safety
These instructions contain important information which
must be followed when installing and operating the
pump. It is therefore imperative that they be read by both
the installer and the operator before the pump is installed
or started up.
Both the general safety instructions in the "Safety pre-
cautions" section and those in subsequent sections indi-
cated by danger symbols should be carefully observed.
2.1 Symbols and signal words used in these
operating instructions
Symbols
General safety symbol
Hazards from electrical causes
NOTE: ....
Signal words:
DANGER! Imminently hazardous situation. Will result in
death or serious injury if not avoided.
WARNING! Risk of (serious) injury. "Warning" implies
that failure to comply with the safety instructions is
likely to result in (severe) personal injury.
CAUTION! Risk of damage to the pump/installation.
"Caution" alerts to user to potential product damage
due to non-compliance with the safety instructions.
NOTE: Useful information on the handling of the
product.
It alerts the user to potential difficulties.
2.2 Personnel qualification
The personnel installing the pump must have the appro-
priate qualification for this work.
2.3 Risks incurred by failure to comply with the safety
instructions
Failure to comply with the safety precautions could result
in personal injury or damage to the pump or installation.
Failure to comply with the safety precautions could also
invalidate any claim for damages.
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In particular, failure to comply with these safety instruc-
tions could give rise, for example, to the following risks:
• the failure of important parts of the pump or installation,
• personal injury due to electrical and mechanical causes,
• material damage.
2.4 Safety consciousness on the job
Existing regulations for the prevention of accidents must
be observed.
National Electrical Codes, local codes and regulations
must be followed.
2.5 Safety instructions for the operator
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includ-
ing children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• If hot or cold components on the product/the unit lead
to hazards, local measures must be taken to guard them
against touching.
• Guards protecting against touching moving components
(such as the coupling) must not be removed whilst the
product is in operation.
• Leakages (e.g. from the shaft seals) of hazardous fluids
(which are explosive, toxic or hot) must be led away so
that no danger to persons or to the environment arises.
National statutory provisions are to be complied with.
• Highly flammable materials are always to be kept at a
safe distance from the product.
• Danger from electrical current must be eliminated. Local
directives or general directives [e.g. IEC, VDE etc.] and
local power supply companies must be adhered to.
2.6 Safety instructions for installation and maintenance
work
The operator must ensure that all installation and main-
tenance work is carried out by authorized and qualified
personnel, who are sufficiently informed from their own
detailed study of the operating instructions.
Work on the product/unit must only be carried out
when at a standstill. It is mandatory that the procedure
described in the installation and operating instructions
for shutting down the product/unit be complied with.
Immediately on conclusion of the work, all safety and
protective devices must be put back in position and/or
recommissioned.
2.7 Unauthorized modification and manufacture of spare
parts
Unauthorized modification and manufacture of spare
parts will impair the safety of the product/personnel and
will make void the manufacturer's declarations regarding
safety.
Modifications to the product are only permissible after
consultation with the manufacturer. Original spare parts
and accessories authorized by the manufacturer ensure
safety. The use of other parts will absolve us of liability
for consequential events.
WILO SE 01/2017