Layout and Function
2
Safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages caused
by disregarding any of the documentation.
2.1
Intended use
•
Only use the fitting to shut off pipes for appropriate media
(→ Resistance list).
•
Adhere to the operating limits (→ Data sheet).
•
When using media that contains solids, the wear increases.
2.2
General safety instructions
Read and observe the following regulations before carrying
out any work.
2.2.1
Obligations of the operating company
Safety-conscious working
•
Only operate the fitting if it is in perfect technical condition
and only use it as intended, remaining aware of safety and
risks, and adhering to the instructions in this manual.
•
Ensure that the following safety aspects are observed and
monitored:
–
Intended use
–
Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention reg-
ulations
–
Safety regulations governing the handling of haz-
ardous substances
–
Applicable standards and guidelines in the country
where the pump is operated
•
Make personal protective equipment available.
Qualified personnel
•
Ensure all personnel tasked with work on the fitting have
read and understood this manual and all other applicable
documents, especially the safety, maintenance and repair
information, before they start any work.
•
Organize responsibilities, areas of competence and the
supervision of personnel.
•
The following work should be carried out by specialist tech-
nicians only:
–
Installation, repair and maintenance work
–
Work on the electrical system
•
Make sure that personnel to be trained only
work on the fitting under the supervision of specialist tech-
nicians.
2.2.2
Obligations of personnel
•
Observe the instructions on the fitting and keep them leg-
ible, e.g. name plate and identification marking for fluid
connections.
•
Only carry out work on the fitting if the following require-
ments are met:
–
System is empty
–
System has been flushed
–
System is depressurized
–
System has cooled down
–
System is secured against being switched back on
again
•
Do not modify the fitting in any way.
2.3
Specific hazards
2.3.1
Hazardous media
•
When handling hazardous media (e.g. hot, flammable,
explosive, toxic, hazardous to health or the environment),
observe the safety regulations for the handling of haz-
ardous substances.
•
Use personal protective equipment when carrying out any
work on the fitting.
•
Collect leaking pumped liquid and residues in a safe man-
ner and dispose of them in accordance with environmental
regulations.
3
Layout and Function
3.1
Marking
3.1.1
Name plate
PVC-U • FKM+
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2
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C10
PN/DN
10 / 40
Id No
147700
1407-87345
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Hollwieser Str. 5, DE-32602 Vlotho
Fig. 1
Name plate (example)
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Type
2
ID number
3
Nominal pressure [bar] / Nominal diameter [mm]
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Materials (body, ball seals, other gaskets)
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Date of manufacture - Series number
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C 10
BA-2022.08.16 EN
302 451
