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Operating instructions
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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 classified according to the following hazard levels:
Symbol
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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Safety
2.1
Intended application
The valve is intended for mounting in a pipeline or pressure tank system in order to block media or allow
them to pass through within the permissible operating conditions. The permissible operating conditions
are specified in these operating instructions.
The valve is suitable for the media listed in these operating instructions; see section 4.5 "Media".
Operating conditions and applications deviating 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 valve body and seals.
Avoidance of foreseeable incorrect use
Follow all safety instructions and operating procedures in these operating instructions.
2.2
Meaning of the operating instructions
The operating instructions are to be read and followed by the responsible technical personnel before
mounting and start-up. As part of the valve the operating instructions must be available close to it.
People could be seriously injured or killed if the operating instructions are not followed.
Read and observe 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.
2.3
Requirements for persons who work with the valve
Persons could be seriously injured or killed if the valve is used improperly. In order to avoid accidents,
all persons who work with the valve must meet the following minimum requirements.
They are physically capable of controlling the valve.
They can safely carry out the work with the valve within the scope of these operating instructions.
They understand the operating principles of the valve within the scope of their work and are able to
recognise and avoid the hazards of the work.
They have understood the operating instructions and are able to implement the information of the
operating instructions accordingly.
Contents
Description of the valve
Explanation
Identifies a hazard with a high risk level that will result in death or
serious injury.
Identifies a hazard with a moderate risk level that will result in death
or serious injury.
Identifies a hazard with a low risk level that will result in a minor or
moderate injury.
Identifies a risk to property. Damage to property may occur if this
notice is ignored.
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