Basic Safety Instructions
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Basic Safety Instructions
These safety instructions do not make allowance for any
• contingencies and events which may arise during the installation, operation and maintenance of the
devices.
• local safety regulations – the operator is responsible for observing these regulations, also with
reference to the installation personnel.
Danger – high pressure!
• Before loosening pneumatic lines and valves, turn off the pressure and vent the lines.
Risk of crushing from moving pneumatic connection!
• When opening and closing the device, do not touch the moving pneumatic
connection.
• Do not reach into the area immediately above and below the control air connection.
Risk of burns!
During long-term operation, as well as operation with hot media, the surface of the
device can become very hot.
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Do not touch the device with bare hands.
General hazardous situations
To prevent injuries, ensure that:
• The system cannot be activated unintentionally.
• Installation and repair work may be carried out by authorized technicians only and
with the appropriate tools.
• After an interruption in the power supply or pneumatic supply, ensure that the process
is restarted in a defined or controlled manner.
• The device may be operated only when in perfect condition and in consideration of
the operating instructions.
• The general rules of technology apply to application planning and operation of the
device.
The angle seat valve Type 2000 INOX was developed with due consideration given
to the accepted safety rules and is state-of-the-art. Nevertheless, dangerous
situations may occur.
Failure to observe this operating manual and its operating instructions as well as
unauthorized tampering with the device release us from any liability and also
invalidate the warranty covering the devices and accessories!
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