FlowAct Diaphragm Linear Actuator FCD VLENIMFACTA4 10/16
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Unauthorized modification of the FlowAct dia-
phragm linear actuator voids the product test
certification and product warranties, could dras-
tically affect product performance and could be
hazardous to personnel and equipment.
NOTICE
Before FlowAct re-installation, all neces-
sary tests must be repeated and recorded
in compliance with all test routines, guidelines and engi-
neering standards.
5 Safety
Safety terms - WARNING and
NOTICE
- are used to highlight
specific dangers and / or provide additional information
that may not be readily apparent in the User Instructions.
WARNING directions must be strictly followed.
WARNING
WARNING indicates that
severe personal injury,
death and substantial property damage can occur if proper
precautions are not taken.
or
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates practices or provides
additional technical information.
Grey fields indicate safety-related informations.
6 Packaging and Transport
Pay close attention to shipping marks and
transport pictograms.
Careful packing, loading and transport arrangements are re-
quired to prevent products from being damaged during trans-
port. Standard packaging includes a cardboard box, with or
without a wooden pallet base as needed. Special packaging
may include a wooden box. Packaging may use cardboard,
plastic wrap, foam, or paper as packing material. Filling mate-
rial may be a carton type or paper.
Shipping marks display product and package dimensions and
weight (for further information request Packaging and Send-
ing Instructions, Form L 002). Packing guidelines for export
follow HPE standards. (Nonreturnable packaging may contain
up to 90% recyclable materials.)
7 Storage
Maximum storage time for diaphragm linear
actuators is 2 years at 25 °C.
NOTICE
Rubber becomes brittle, lubricants become
resinous, see also ISO 2230.
Upon arrival on site, store the FlowAct actuator on a solid base
in a cool, dry closed room. Until its installation, the actuator
must be protected from the weather, dirt and other potentially
harmful influences.
Do not remove the protective covers from the air supply con-
nection of the actuator or from the instrument and accesso-
ries until the actuator is ready for installation at the site.
8 Unpacking
Hoisting and lifting are inherently dangerous
activities and require safe rigging and proper
training to mitigate hazards. Use standard in-
dustry safety practices, personal protection,
and warranted lifting devices.
WARNING
Crushing hazard ! Arrange rig-
ging to prevent tipping of the ac-
tuator. Do not allow the actuator assembly to rotate during
removal. Do not stand under suspended loads. Failure to
do so can cause serious personal injury and damage the
actuator or nearby equipment.
NOTICE
Be aware that the center of gravity may be
above or beside the lifting point. Do not al-
low the sling to touch the stem, travel indicator or peripheral
equipment. Observe the maximum permitted carrying capacity.
1. Check the packing list against materials received to
ensure all components and accessories are present.
2. Place and hook a double-leg sling (if necessary a triple-
leg sling) into the lifting rings mounted on the actuator.
