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Product SafetyVoith Turbo I Aftersales Service Manual Voith Retarder VR 115 E I Basic Safety Information
Voith Turbo I 153.00009710 I arrtd I 2005-11
© 2005
2.1 Product Safety
The retarder is constructed according to state of the
art technology and acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, hazardous situations and property
damage may occur as a result of improper usage,
maintenance and repair.
ÖObserve safety and warning information.
2.2 Staff Qualification
ÖAllow only qualified professionals to carry out repair
and maintenance work.
2.3 Safety-Conscious Working
Voith does not assume any liability for personal injury
and/or property damage caused by improper and
unprofessional work.
ÖObserve the following regulations:
- Accident-prevention regulations
- Other generally acknowledged safety
regulations and occupational health
- Motor vehicle regulations
- Safety regulations for handling chemical
substances such as oils and greases
2.4 Environmental Protection
ÖDrainedfuelsandfluids,consumablesandoldparts
must be disposed of properly.
2.5 Troubleshooting
Voith provides a warranty/goodwill service for
defective parts only.
ÖDo not replace parts on mere speculation.
2.6 Maintenance and Repair
Danger of burning and scalding via squirting oil!
The oil in the retarder may be hot.
ÖWork carefully.
Danger of burning and scalding via hot coolant!
The coolant may be hot.
ÖWork carefully.
Danger of burns via hot parts!
Parts of the retarder may be hot.
ÖWork carefully.
ÖWear protective gloves or use cloths if necessary.
Damage to property via soiled parts!
Considerable damage or malfunctions may occur due
to soiling.
ÖEnsure cleanliness.
Damage to property via improper cleaning!
ÖDo not aim the jet of a high-pressure cleaner
(steam-jet device) at valves, pressure sensors or
ventilators of the retarder.
2.7 Driving Mode
ÖEnsure that the retarder is fully functional for all
vehicle maneuvers, i.e.:
- Retarder properly filled with oil
- Retarder electronics connected and functional
- Pneumatic control connected and functional