Membrane Filter Elements
Status: 06/2001/01 Operating Manual 1
1 Safety Precautions
Please observe the notes in the operating manual
• It is a prerequisite for the safe handling and trouble-free use of the filter elements that
you are familiar with the fundamental safety regulations.
• This Operating Manual contains the most important information on safe use of the filter
elements.
• The Operating Manual, and in particular the safety information, must be observed by all
persons working with the filter elements.
• In addition, basic rules and regulations for accident prevention applicable to the
operating site must also be observed.
Obligations of the operator
The operator undertakes only to allow persons to work with the filter elements if they
• are familiar with the regulations on health and safety at work and the prevention of
accidents and have been given instruction in handling the filter elements;
• have read and understood the chapter on safety and the warnings in this Operating
Manual and confirmed this with their signature.
Safety-conscious work habits of the personnel will be checked at regular intervals.
Obligations of the personnel
Personnel instructed to work on the filter elements undertake, before commencing work,
• to observe the regulations on occupational safety and accident prevention.
• to read and understand the chapter on safety and the warnings in this Operating
Manual and confirm this with their signature.
Hazards when using the membrane filter elements
The membrane filter elements have been constructed according to the state of the art and
recognized safety rules. The filter elements are only
• intended for proper use
• to be used when they are in perfect condition regarding technical safety.
If they are used improperly, hazards to the life and limb of the user or third parties or
damage to the machine or other property may occur.
Faults which may impair safety must be eliminated immediately.
