Cavitator
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Warnings
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Read this instruction carefully before installing and starting the Cavitator.
Always follow the guidelines for assembly and disassembly in order to
secure optimum operational reliability. The Cavitator can, due to its
function, cause a risk of personal injury by incorrect assembly and use.
Therefore only qualified staff must carry out assembling and operation. In
case of doubt, contact your local SPX partner.
Electric Installations
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Check that the specifications of motor and motor control are correct.
This particularly applies when operating in environments where there
may be a risk of explosion.
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Never flush with water or cleaning fluids directly on the electric motor
unless it is rated for washdown duty.
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Never dismantle the Cavitator before having interrupted the power
supply to the motor using a locking device for which only the person
involved in the maintenance procedure has possession of the key.
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All electrical installations need to be made by skilled and authorized
electricians and must comply with all applicable codes and
standards.
Personal injuries
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Never start the APV Cavitator before the guard above the Cavitator
shaft has been securely mounted.
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The Cavitator contains rotating parts. Never put hands or fingers into
a Cavitator while it is in operation.
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Never touch the motor guard during operation as it may be very hot.
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Never touch the Cavitator housing during operation if the Cavitator is
being used for a heating application where there may be a risk of
burning.
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Do not start the Cavitator until all pipe connections have been fitted
carefully and tightened. If the Cavitator is to be used for hot and/or
hazardous liquids, special precautions must be taken. In such cases
follow the local regulations for personal safety when working with
these products.
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Never dismantle the Cavitator before the feed tank has been
drained. Remember that liquid will always collect in the Cavitator
housing. If the Cavitator is to be used with hot and/or hazardous
liquids, special precautions must be taken. In such cases follow the
local regulations for personal safety when working with these
products
Safety precautions
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Always remove assembly tools from the Cavitator before starting it
up.
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Always ensure that no debris of any kind is present in the Cavitator.
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Always use securely fitted lifting straps when lifting the Cavitator with
a crane or similar lifting tools.
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Do not exceed Max. 10 bar (150 psig) for the Cavitator outlet
pressure.
It is also important to remember that the values for max. outlet
pressure apply to water at a temperature of 20
o
C (68 F).
