5.0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING
VL
2
VAL.130.--.M.EN Issue: A1
09.16
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All valves have been preassembled and tested at the factory.
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5.3 Supply
5.4 Preparation
Remove the packaging.
Fit the actuator (manual lever, hand wheel, manual chain actuator, electro-pneumatic, geared motor, hydraulic
or others).
WAMGROUP
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supplies some of the above mentioned actuators which have to be bolted on by the customer.
The customer is liable for the installation of any other type of actuator different than those mentioned above.
The customer will perform the mechanical analysis necessary to ensure an effective use.
Do not hang any heavy devices directly on the valves (screw feeder, belt conveyor, air slide, vibrating feeder,
bin activator or similar).
Prior to installation the valves for food applications (model F and P), shall be subjected to cleaning and sanita-
tion by means of a woven/non-woven cloth and sanitizer spray.
5.5 Installation and
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xing of the valve
- Lifting the valve
Danger - Warning
Carry out the lifting and handling operations according to the information shown on the valve and in
the Manufacturer's Operation Manual.
The specialist technician authorized for carrying out the installation must make sure all the necessary
measures are adopted to ensure his own safety and that of other persons directly involved.
The laws regarding workplace safety must be strictly followed.
Use means and accessories (ropes, hooks, shackles, etc.) suitable for the load to be lifted.
Pay attention in the lifting phase to balance the load so as to avoid uncontrolled movements, which
could cause an accident.
Use lifting systems suitable to the weight and dimensions of the load to be lifted and the lifting distances con-
cerned.
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