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About these instructions
1.1
Principles
The operating instructions are part of the valve named on the front page.
1.2
Applicable documents
Document
Catalogue page
For accessories, refer to the respective manufacturer's documentation.
1.3
Hazard levels
The warning notes are marked and classif ied according to the following hazard lev els:
Symbol
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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Safety
2.1
Intended use
The v alv e is intended for installation in a pipeline or pressure tank sy stem in order to block media or allow
them to pass through within the permissible operating conditions. The permissible operating conditions
are specif ied in these operating instructions.
The v alv e is suitable for the media listed in these operating instructions; see section 4.5 "Media".
Operating conditions and applications dev iating from these require the approval of the manufacturer.
Only media may be employed to which the materials used for the valve body and seals are resistant.
Contaminated media or usage outside of the pressure and temperature specifications can lead to damage
to the v alv e body and seals.
Avoidance of foreseeable incorrect use
Nev er exceed the permissible usage limits specified in the data sheet or in the documentation
with regard to pressure, temperature, etc.
Follow all saf ety instructions and operating procedures in these operating instructions.
2.2
Meaning of the operating instructions
The operating instructions are to be read and f ollowed by the responsible technical personnel before
mounting and start-up. As part of the valve the operating instructions must always be available close to it.
People could be seriously injured or killed if the operating instructions are not followed.
Read and observ e the operating instructions before using the valve.
Retain the operating instructions and make sure they are available.
Pass on the operating instructions to subsequent users.
Operating instructions
Contents
Description of the valve.
Explanation
Identif ies a hazard with a high risk lev el that will result in death
or serious injury .
Identif ies a hazard with a moderate risk lev el that could result
in death or serious injury .
Identif ies a hazard with a low risk lev el that could result in a
minor or moderate injury .
Identif ies a risk to property. Damage to property may occur if
this notice is ignored.
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