ARGUS
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Installation & Operating Instructions
FK 75C and FK 76C
Decommissioning, De-Installation and
Disposal
8
Decommissioning, De-Installation and Disposal
8.1
Decommissioning and De-Installation
After decommissioning, it is advisable to disconnect the actuation unit and the control components from the valve
before dismounting it from the pipework.
DANGER
Ball valve must be depressurized!
Operate the ball valve so that trapped pressure can escape.
Beware extreme temperature!
If hoisting gear is necessary, lifting straps should be used:
Position the lifting straps around the ball valve body.
DANGER when lifting large automated ball valves
For large automated ball valves, the center of gravity must be observed.
Never lift the complete automated ball valves with lifting gear only
attached to the actuator!
DANGER TO LIFE
Pay attention to hazardous substances (fluids and gases)!
Risk of explosion, fire, poisoning or caustic burns!
8.2
Disposal
When disposing of the ball valve, the applicable local regulations and laws must be observed.
DANGER
Pay attention to hazardous fluid residues!
Risk of poisoning or caustic burns!
Protect vulnerable environment.
It may be possible to insert the clean decontaminated ball valve components and parts into a recycling program.
