Flexim FLUXUS WD, Operating Instruction, Page: 48 / 174

6 Installation
6.2 Transducers
FLUXUS WD
2018-07-16, UMFLUXUS_WDV1-3EN
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Mounting the rail with ratchet clasp
• Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumf at least 120 mm).
• Insert approx. 100 mm of the tension strap into part (1) and (2) of the ratchet clasp, see Fig. 6.42 a.
• Bend the tension strap.
• Insert the tension strap into part (1) of the ratchet clasp, see Fig. 6.42 b.
• Tighten the tension strap.
• Insert the long end of the tension strap into the tension strap clamp and the metal spring, see Fig. 6.43. The metal spring
does not have to be mounted on:
– steel pipes
– pipes with an outer pipe diameter < 80 mm
– pipes that are not subjected to significant temperature fluctuations
• Place the tension strap around the pipe, see Fig. 6.44.
• Position the ratchet clasp, tension strap clamp and metal spring (if necessary) on the pipe:
– on a horizontal pipe, mount the tension strap clamp on the side of the pipe, if possible
– mount the metal spring (if necessary) opposite to the tension strap clamp
• Insert the long end of the tension strap into the second slot of the tension strap screw, see Fig. 6.45.
• Tighten the tension strap.
• Cut off the protruding tension strap, see Fig. 6.45.
• Tighten the screw of the ratchet clasp.
• Repeat the steps for the second tension strap.
Caution!
The edge of the tension strap is very sharp.
Risk of injury!
→ Debur sharp edges.
→ Wear the required personal protective equipment. Observe the applicable rules.
Fig. 6.42: Ratchet clasp with tension strap
Fig. 6.43: Tension strap with metal spring and clamp
1 – metal spring
2 – tension strap clamp
a b
1 2 1
1
1
2