Goetze 492 GOX Series, Manual

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www.goetze-armaturen.de Assembly and maintenance instructions - 492, 492 GOX
Assembly and maintenance instructions
Safety valves
492, 492 GOX
• Only use the valve:
- for the intended purpose
- in satisfactory condition
- with respect for safety and potential hazards.
• Always observe the installation instructions.
• Faults that may impair safety must be addressed immediately.
• The safety valve is exclusively designed for the range of application described
in these installation instructions. Any other use, or a use exceeding the range of
application shall be considered as improper use.
• The manufacturer’s warranty shall be null and void if the sealed cover is
removed.
• All assembly work is to be carried out by authorized specialist staff.
• These operating instructions do not replace any national regulations, regulati-
ons on accident prevention or local safety regulations. Such regulations always
have priority.
• All structural modifications of the valve are strictly prohibited. This applies in
particular to inserting drill holes or welding on other objects.
• The following points must be observed during all repair work:
- Pressurised cushions of air in the system must be removed and the affected
pipelines drained. Before performing these steps, the operator must be aware
of the risks that can arise from residues of the operating medium.
- Appropriate and sufficient items of personal protection clothing must be worn.
These include protective shoes, safety goggles, protective gloves, etc.
- The system must be protected against restarting by appropriate measures and
means.
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General Notes of Safety