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Components made of elastomers with fluorocarbon rubber
Assembly and Operating Instructions – Gear unit series R..7, F..7, K..7, K..9, S..7, SPIROPLAN
®
W
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Under normal operating conditions and at temperatures up to 200 °C, fluorocarbon
rubber is very stable and safe. However, when heated to more than 300 °C, e.g. by
fire or the flame of a cutting torch, fluorocarbon rubber forms harmful gases and va-
pors as well as residue.
The following components of R..7, F..7, K..7, K..9, S..7, and SPIROPLAN
®
W gear
units can contain elastomers made of fluorocarbon rubber:
• Oil seals
• Breather valve
• Screw plugs
The user is responsible for safe handling during the service life including eco-friendly
disposal.
SEW
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EURODRIVE is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling.
21932786/EN – 05/2015