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Storage and/or temporary storage of the valves must ensure that even after a
prolonged period of storage the valves’ function is not impaired.
Protect EPDM-encapsulated valve discs from sunlight or UV light from other sources.
Observe the DIN 7716 standard for the storage of elastomers.
Protect control valves from contact with solvents, lubricants, fuels or other chemicals.
The temperature in the storage room must not 40 °C.
Cover the actuators to protect them from dust and dirt, and protect them from
mechanical damage.
If properly stored indoors, the equipment is protected for a maximum of 12 months.
New valves are supplied by our factory duly prepared for storage.
For storing valves which have already been operated, observe the measures to be
taken for shutdown. (
3.4 Return to supplier
1. Drain the valve as described in the manual.
2. Flush and clean the valve, particularly if it has been used for handling noxious,
explosive, hot or other hazardous fluids.
3. If the valve has handled fluids whose residues could lead to corrosion damage in
the presence of atmospheric humidity or could ignite upon contact with oxygen
also neutralise the valve and blow through with anhydrous inert gas to ensure
drying.
NOTE
If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the
following web site:
www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination
3.5 Disposal
WARNING
Fluids handled, consumables and supplies which are hot or pose a health hazard
Hazard to persons and the environment!
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Collect and properly dispose of flushing fluid and any residues of the fluid
handled.
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Wear safety clothing and a protective mask if required.
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Observe all legal regulations on the disposal of fluids posing a health hazard.
1. Dismantle the valve.
Collect greases and other lubricants during dismantling.
2. Separate and sort the valve materials, e.g. by:
- Metals
- Plastics
- Electronic waste
- Greases and other lubricants
3. Dispose of materials in accordance with local regulations or in another
controlled manner.
