SAFETY
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Safety
Standards and directives
This product meets the requirements of the following standards and directives.
– Commissioning or proper operation of a machine containing the product is forbidden until it can
be demonstrated that the machine meets the requirements of EC Directive 2006/42/EC:
Machinery Directive; note EN 60204−1.
– The product meets the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU RoHS 3: Restriction of
Hazardous Substances.
Intended use and purpose
This quick shut-off valve is a plate-sealed shut-off valve that reacts to pressure differences in the
vacuum system. It is meant to prevent contamination of the process chamber by media backflow.
The valve's home position, the Open position, is maintained through gravitational pull. The valve is
shifted into the Close position by increasing pressure on the pump side and the resulting media
backflow.
– The product is intended solely as a component for further use in a commercial context.
– The product may only be operated under the technical conditions described in this
documentation.
– The product may only be operated under the environmental conditions described in this
documentation.
Technical data [ 10]
– Examine the product prior to use and never operate if visibly damaged.
– Never technically modify the product.
– Never operate the product if it has not been completely installed.
– Only connect and disconnect plug-in connections when not under voltage.
– Only connect and disconnect compressed air connections in an unpressurized state.
Predictable misuse and improper use
Any use of the product that does not comply with the intended use, be this intentional or negligent,
is forbidden by the manufacturer.
Operator’s obligations
The operator of the plant is responsible for observing the safety regulations. Unqualified staff
working on the product or located in danger zones can cause risks that could lead to serious injury.
– Have all activities carried out by qualified staff.
– Qualified staff are those people authorized to operate devices, systems and electrical
circuits in accordance with safety standards.
– Keep unqualified staff away from danger zones.
– Make sure that everybody who works on or with the product has read and understood the
document.
– Make sure that safety information is observed.
– File this document together with the documentation of the entire plant and ensure that it can be
accessed at all times.
– This document is part of the product and must be forwarded together with the product.
– Note the relevant accident protection regulations and the recognized local safety rules.
– Provide the necessary personal protective equipment.
– Provide possibilities for ESD measures.
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