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1. General information
The following document contains information on how to install,
operate and perform maintenance of TWISTMax pneumatic
actuators. Product users and maintenance personnel should
thoroughly review this document along with installation,
operation and maintenance instructions of any valve that
actuated by TWISTMax pneumatic actuator.
2. Safety and warnings
Serious injuries or death can be caused or property can be
damaged due to improper usage of this product. Users and
maintenance personnel must read this document before using
this product and strictly adhere it at all times. For additional
information contact EGMO.
2.1. The system designer and user have the sole responsibility for
selecting products suited to their application requirements and
ensuring the proper installation, operation and maintenance
of the product. Please consider application details, material
compatibility and product ratings when making your selection.
Improper selection or use of products can cause serious injuries,
death or property damage.
2.2. Product users and maintenance personnel must have deep
understanding of any national and/or local safety laws and
regulations.
2.3. The product must be used only at operating conditions EGMO
and as it stated on product nameplate.
2.4. The product does not require maintenance of internal
components. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE PRODUCT. THE
PRODUCT HAS PRELOADED SPRING INSIDE.
2.5. Before performing any installation or maintenance works insure
that all pressure or electrical sources are not connected to
product.
2.6. Before performing any installation or maintenance works
including valve actuation insure that you deeply understand in
system.
2.7. Before servicing any installed valve you must depressurize and
drain the system.
2.8. Before servicing any installed valve you must cycle it.
2.9. Note that residual material may be left in the valve and system.
2.10. Do not rotate manually an actuator’s shaft.
2.11. Do not leave any grip key or shaft connection attached to the
actuator during functional testing.
2.12. Keep hands, hair and clothing away from moving parts while
actuating the actuator.
2.13. Only train and qualified users, who have read this document,
are allowed to install, operate and perform maintenance of this
product.
2.14. EGMO does not bear responsibility for accessories, attached to
the actuator, which were not provided by EGMO.
