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APV_AP1_UK-1_102018.indd
UK
Aseptic Process Valve
DELTA AP1 / APT1
Instruction Manual: UK - rev. 1
APV
1. General Terms
This instruction manual must be read carefully by the competent
operating and maintenance personnel.
We point out that we will not accept any liability for damage or
malfunctions resulting from the non-compliance with this
operating manual.
Descriptions and data given herein are subject to technical changes.
2. Safety Instructions
Danger!
The technical safety symbol draws your attention to
important directions for operating safety. You will
find it wherever the activities described are bearing
risks of personal injury.
- Separate electric and pneumatic connections.
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Depressurize
and, if possible, discharge the line and cleaning
system before any maintenance work!
- Observe Service Instructions to ensure safe maintenance of the
valve.
- Seal connections which are not used with a plug!
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Ensure the safe discharge of the cleaning liquids!
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Do not touch the open valve.
- Do not open the actuator by force! It is under spring tension!
Attention!
Valve design NC: Relieve the valve insert by
controlling the actuator before releasing the clamp!
3. Intended Use
The intended use as field of application of the AP valve is the
shut-off of line sections.
Arbitrary, constructive changes at the valve will influence safety
as well as the intended functionality of the valve and are not
permissible.
Authorizations and External Approvals
To view the certifications for this and other innovative SPX FLOW
products, visit
https://www.spxflow.com/en/apv/about-us/certifications/