2 Safety
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2 Safety
▪ Read this technical file through to familiarize yourself with the product.
▪ This technical file is a part of the product.
▪ Read and observe the safety instructions provided in this chapter.
▪ Read and observe the warnings in this technical file in order to avoid func-
tion-related dangers.
▪ The product is manufactured on the basis of state-of-the-art technology.
Nevertheless, risks to life and limb for the user or impairment of the prod-
uct and other material assets due to the function may arise in the event of
improper use.
2.1 Appropriate use
If used as intended and in compliance with the requirements and conditions
specified in this technical document as well as with the warnings in this tech-
nical document and attached to the product, then the product does not
present any danger to people, property or the environment. This applies
throughout the product's entire life, from delivery through installation and op-
eration to disassembly and disposal.
The operational quality-assurance system ensures a consistently high qual-
ity standard, particularly in regard to the observance of health and safety re-
quirements.
The following is considered appropriate use:
▪ Only operate the product in accordance with this technical file and the
agreed delivery conditions and technical data
▪ Use the equipment and special tools supplied solely for the intended pur-
pose and in accordance with the specifications of this technical file
▪ Use the product only with the transformer specified in the order
▪ You will find the standard valid for the product and the year of issue on the
nameplate
▪ The serial numbers of on-load tap-changers and on-load tap-changer ac-
cessories (drive, drive shaft, bevel gear, protective relay etc.) must match
if the on-load tap-changers and on-load tap-changer accessories are sup-
plied as a set for one order
2.2 Inappropriate use
Use is considered to be inappropriate if the product is used other than as de-
scribed in the Appropriate use section. Please also note the following:
▪ Risk of explosion and fire from highly flammable or explosive gases, va-
pors, or dusts. Do not operate product in areas at risk of explosion.
▪ Unauthorized or inappropriate changes to the product may lead to per-
sonal injury, material damage, and operational faults. Only modify product
following discussion with Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.