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Manual 26731 EM35MR1/3171A Gas Valve
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Warnings and Notices
Important Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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DANGER —Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
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WARNING —Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION —Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
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NOTICE —Indicates a hazard that could result in property damage only
(including damage to the control).
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IMPORTANT —Designates an operating tip or maintenance suggestion.
Overspeed /
Overtemperature /
Overpressure
The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be
equipped with an overspeed shutdown device to protect against
runaway or damage to the prime mover with possible personal injury,
loss of life, or property damage.
The overspeed shutdown device must be totally independent of the
prime mover control system. An overtemperature or overpressure
shutdown device may also be needed for safety, as appropriate.
Personal Protective
Equipment
The products described in this publication may present risks that
could lead to personal injury, loss of life, or property damage. Always
wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job
at hand. Equipment that should be considered includes but is not
limited to:
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Eye Protection
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Hearing Protection
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Hard Hat
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Gloves
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Safety Boots
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Respirator
Always read the proper Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for any
working fluid(s) and comply with recommended safety equipment.
Start-up
Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the
engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover, to protect against
runaway or overspeed with possible personal injury, loss of life, or
property damage.