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BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These safety instructions do not take account of any:
• Contingencies or events which may occur during installation,
operation and maintenance of the devices.
• Local safety regulations that are within the operator's scope of
responsibility, including those relating to the installation personnel.
DANGER!
Risk of injury due to high pressure in the system or device!
▶ Before working on the system or device, switch off the pres-
sure and vent or empty the lines.
Risk of injury due to electric shock. (with installed electrical
components)
▶ Before working on the device or system, switch off the
power supply. Secure against reactivation.
▶ Observe the applicable accident prevention and safety regu-
lations for electrical devices.
WARNING!
Risk of injury when opening the actuator!
The actuator contains a spring under tension. When the actuator is
opened, the spring will jump out and may cause injuries.
▶ Do not open the actuator.
Risk of injury due to moving parts in the device!
▶ Do not reach into openings in the device.
Type 2101
WARNING!
Danger due to loud noises.
▶ Depending on the usage conditions, the device may generate loud
noises. Detailed information on the probability of loud noises is
available from the respective sales department.
▶ Wear hearing protection when in the vicinity of the device.
CAUTION!
Risk of burns or fire from hot device surfaces due to pro-
longed operation.
▶ Only touch the device when wearing protective gloves.
▶ Keep the device away from highly flammable substances and
media.
Discharge of medium if packing gland exhibits wear
▶ Relief bore must be regularly inspected for any medium leakages.
▶ If medium is leaking from the relief bore, the packing gland must
be replaced (see "9 Maintenance work").
▶ If the medium is hazardous, secure the area around the leakage
to prevent risks.
Risk of injury due to bursting lines and device.
▶ Because of the risk of pressure surge, valves with the flow
direction above the seat must not be used for fluid media.
▶ Observe the type of flow and type of medium for operating
the device.
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