CIAT FF Manuel D'instructions page 31

Operating problems
Below follows a list of the conditions that often cause problems to the operation of the equipment:
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Air stagnation,
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Incorrect connection of piping,
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Excessive fouling of the equipment,
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Operation with inappropriate fluids for construction materials,
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Excessive loads on the connections,
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Failure to tighten the braces,
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Dilation of members hindered by constraints.
CAUTION:
IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION, SEE THE ABOVE POINTS
11. MAINTENANCE
Safety and preliminary checks
Before removing any flange and/or connection, make sure that the equipment is:
 Isolated from any source of electrical power,
 Completely isolated,
 Completely stopped and drained,
 Depressurized,
 At room temperature.
WARNING :
DURING CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:
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USE PROTECTIVE HELMET,
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WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES,
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WEAR SAFETY/SLIP-PROOF FOOTWEAR,
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WEAR PROTECTIVE OVERALLS.
Cleaning
Failure to clean the equipment is often the cause of failure of the components due to corrosion, erosion
or lack of performance of the equipment; therefore, it is necessary to check that the entire system is
properly cleaned. The timing of this activity must be defined by the installer.
Repairs
All INTERVENTIONS MUST BE ASSESSED AND CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AFTER
CONSULTATION WITH OUR TECHNICAL OFFICE
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