EL-O-Matic F-Series
April 2018
1. Safety Instructions
Please read these safety warnings, cautions, and instructions carefully before using
the product.
These instructions cannot cover every installation and situation. Do not install,
operate, or maintain this product without being fully trained and qualified in valve,
actuator, and accessory installation, operation and maintenance.
To avoid personnel injury or property damage, it is important to carefully read,
understand, and follow all of the contents of the associated instruction manual,
including all safety cautions and warnings. If you have any questions concerning
installation, or use of this product, contact your Emerson sales office before
proceeding.
1.1 ANSI 534.6 Safety Messages
WARNING -
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION -
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Note/Important
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related
2. General Information
2.1 General Application
The EL-O-Matic F Rack and Pinion actuators are intended for the automation and
operation of quarter-turn valves like Butterfly, Ball and Plug valves.
Rack and Pinion actuators can also be used to operate venting louvers or any other
quarter-turn applications.
This product was intended for a specific range of service conditions: pressure,
ambient temperature, operating media, and possibly other specifications. Do not
expose the product to service conditions or variables other than those for which the
product was intended.
If you are not sure what these conditions or variables are, contact your Emerson
sales office for assistance. Provide the product type, size, serial number and all other
pertinent information that you have available.
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Safety Guide
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