Eaton Hydrowa, Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual
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3 Precaution
3.1 Instructions before operating
Before installing, handling, removing or starting to work with a
cylinder read this manual first. Make sure the appropriate personal
protection equipment is used at all time. Only qualified personnel
should be allowed to operate a cylinder.
Eaton Industries is not responsible for damaged property, injuries or any other
kind of damage occurred during the use of cylinders by third parties.
3.2 Conditions
Make sure the cylinders are used in the environmental conditions that are
suitable for the cylinders. Eaton industries will not guarantee that cylinders will
properly function in different conditions then they are made for. Also the lifetime
of the cylinder will be decreased when it is used in different environmental
conditions.
3.3 Safety aspects hydraulic system
Cylinders connected to a hydraulic system must comply with NEN-EN-ISO 4413
and NEN-EN 982. The system must take safety aspects into account.
3.4 Warnings
Never expose cylinders or cylinder components to any kind of open
fire!
Do not expose the cylinder or cylinder components to a
temperature above 70°C unless you have approval of Eaton
Industries BV to use the cylinder in environmental conditions with
temperatures above 70°C
Some hydraulic oil types contain corrosive substances!
Do not drill any holes in the cylinders!
Do not weld anything on cylinders. If some extra mounting spot or
anything else has to be welded on the cylinder contact Eaton
industries at Eindhoven.
Warning signs that might be attached to the cylinder (when applicable):