Argus Ball Valve EK, FK and HK Operating Manual – BA1000 EN
2 Safety Information
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2.7
Notes on Product Warranty
Any non-intended use of the Argus Ball Valve may compromise its function. This leads to
invalidation of any product warranty claims!
Note that the operating company shall be liable in the following cases:
The Argus Ball Valve is operated in a manner which is not consistent with this
operating manual, particularly safety instructions, handling instructions and
Section 2.8 Intended Use.
Personnel operate the Argus Ball Valve who are not sufficiently qualified to carry
out their respective activities.
No original spare parts or accessories of Flowserve Flow Control GmbH are used.
Unauthorized changes are made to the Argus Ball Valve.
2.8
Intended Use
The Argus Ball Valve is used as a shut-off device within its operating parameters/limits
appropriate for the application, e.g., in piping or on containers in the areas of processing,
transport and treatment of liquids, gases and solid-containing fluids. It is either operated
manually or its function is automated using an actuator and the corresponding control
system.
In order to prevent personal injury and/or property damage, ensure that the
operating parameters on the nameplate and the design of the Argus Ball Valve
match the specified application. See Section 1.8 Nameplate: Identification of
the Argus Ball Valve. Observe all labels on the Argus Ball Valve and keep them
in a legible condition.
If necessary, immediately replace any damaged and/or illegible labels.
Argus Ball Valves are generally suitable for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres.
When used as intended, the Argus Ball Valves do not have their own potential sources of
ignition and are therefore not “equipment” as defined by Article 1 of Directive 2014/34/EU
(“ATEX Directive”).
Risk of injury due to hazardous “Ex Area”!
The explosion of an explosive atmosphere (“Ex Area”) may cause
severe injury or death.
Observe the intended use of the Argus Ball Valve.
Observe the specific limit values applicable to the hazardous area.
Observe the permissible fluid temperature or valve surface
temperature.
Only assign sufficiently qualified personnel to do work in potentially
explosive atmospheres.
Only use appropriate safe accessory components.
