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5-4. Air supply
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Warning
1. Please contact SMC when using the product in applications other than with compressed air.
2. Compressed air containing a large amount of condensate can cause malfunction of pneumatic
equipment. An air dryer or water separator should be installed upstream from filters.
3. If condensate in the drain bowl is not emptied on a regular basis, the condensate will overflow into the
compressed air lines. This will cause a malfunction of pneumatic equipment. If the drain bowl is
difficult to check and remove, the installation of a drain bowl with an auto drain option is
recommended.
4. Use clean air.
Do not use compressed air that contains chemicals, synthetic oils including organic solvents, salt or
corrosive gases, etc., as it can cause damage or malfunction of equipment.
Refer to "SMC Air Preparation System" for further details on compressed air quality.
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Caution
1. When extremely dry air is used as the fluid, degradation of the lubrication properties inside the
equipment may occur, resulting in reduced reliability (or reduced service life) of the equipment.
Please consult with SMC.
2. Install air filters.
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nstall an air filter at the upstream side of valve. A filtration degree of 5μm or less should be
selected.
3. Install an aftercooler, air dryer or drain catch before the filter and take appropriate measures.
Compressed air that contains excessive foreign material may cause malfunction of valves and
other pneumatic equipment.
Therefore, take appropriate measures to ensure air quality, such as by providing an aftercooler,
air dryer or water separator.
4. Use the product within the specified fluid and ambient temperature range.
If the fluid temperature is 5
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C or less, the moisture in the circuit could freeze, causing damage to
the seals and leading to equipment malfunction. Therefore, take appropriate measures to prevent
freezing.
Refer to "SMC Air Preparation System" for further details on compressed air quality.
5-5. Piping
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Caution
1. Refer to the Fittings and Tubing Precautions (Best Pneumatics) for handling one touch fittings.
2. Before piping
Before piping, blow air (flush) or clean the piping to remove any cutting chips, cutting oil, dust, etc.
5-6. Operating environment
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Warning
1. Do not use in an environment where corrosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water or steam are
present.
2. Do not use in direct sunlight.
3. Do not operate in a location subject to vibration or impact.
4. Do not mount the product in locations where it is exposed to radiant heat.
5. Do not use this product in an area that is dusty, or in an environment in which water or oil splashes
on to the cylinder.
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Caution
1. Martensitic stainless steel is used for the finger guide, so make sure that anti-corrosiveness is
inferior to the austenitic stainless steel. Especially, rust may be generated in environments that
allow water drops from condensation to stay on the surface.
