HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS FCU1315, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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2. Proper/Designated Use
Use the product only for the intended use described below .
The FluidControl Unit
FCU
is a portable service unit for taking
short-term measurements of the solid particle contamination,
temperature und water saturation level in hydraulic systems
and diesel fuels in accordance with DIN EN 590 / ASTMD975
4-D, with a flash point of > 55°C.
NOTICE
Impermissible operating conditions
The FCU can be damaged.
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Use the FCU with mineral oils or mineral oil-based raffi-
nates with flash points higher than 55°C / 131°F.
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Flush the FCU with low-viscosity mineral oils or mineral
oil-based raffinates (e.g. diesel) whose flash point is higher
than 55°C / 131°F.
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Never flush the FCU with universal thinners or other de-
greasing fluids.
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Observe the permissible viscosity range (up
to ISO VG 68): of 2 - 350 mm²/s / 33 - 1622
SUS.
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Operate the FCU only in periodic intermittent duty (S3) with
a (relative) duty cycle of 40% in relation to a useful life of
10 minutes (S3 in accordance with DIN EN 60034 / VDE
0530).
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Never use the FCU without a suction strainer.
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Operation with diesel fuel only with the equipotential bond- ing
cable connected.
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Observe all the instructions contained in these Operating
and Maintenance Instructions.
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Comply with all inspection and maintenance work.