Realax APY, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions Peristaltic Pump APY Series
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Incorrect and improper use
Possible consequence: fatal or very serious injuries.
- The unit is not intended to convey or regulate
gases or solid media
- Do not exceed the rated pressure, speed or
temperature for the pump
- Maximum pressure on suction/inlet side is 0.5 bar
(7 psi approx.).
- The unit may only be used in accordance with
the technical data and specifications provided in
these operating instructions and in the operating
instructions for the individual components.
- This pump is NOT supplied for use in areas of risk
from explosion. ATEX versions of Realax pumps
are available and they are supplied with a special
ATEX version of the instruction manual.
- Only switch the pump on if it has been properly
fastened to the floor.
- Only switch the pump on if the front cover has
been attached.
- Do not carry out any maintenance operations or
dismantle the pump without first making sure
that the pipes are not under pressure and are
empty or isolated.
- In the case of the hose becoming stuck during
extraction or fitting it is necessary to reverse the
direction of the pump, re-lubricate, and then
repeat the operation.
- As the peristaltic pump is volumetric and
its functioning is positive displacement, it is
necessary to prevent a possible overload of
pressure, due to for example the accidental
closure of a valve. For this reason it is advisable to
fit a safety device such as: a safety valve, pressure
limiter, etc.
Operational lifetime of the pump hoses
Possible consequence: fatal or very serious injuries.
- The hose has an indeterminate life and due to the
possibility of its breakage or deterioration, the
user is responsible for the prevention of a possible
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