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INSTALLER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
1.
Read and understand all instructions before proceeding with the installation, maintenance, and testing of this
Victaulic fire protection device.
2.
Use only recommended accessories.
Use of improper accessories or equipment could result in improper system operation.
3.
Avoid dangerous environments.
If using electrically powered tools for installation, make sure the area is moisture-free. Keep
work areas well lit. Allow enough space for installing the device, trim, and accessories safely and efficiently.
4.
Prevent back injury.
Larger and pre-trimmed valves are heavier and may require more than one person or mechanical lifting
equipment to position and install the assembly properly. Always practice proper lifting techniques.
5.
Inspect the shipment.
Make sure all components are included with the shipment and that all necessary tools are available for
proper installation.
6.
Wear safety glasses, hardhat, foot protection, and hearing protection.
Protect your hearing if you are exposed to long
periods of very noisy job-site operations.
7.
Watch for pinch points.
Do not put fingers under the valve body where they could be pinched by the weight of the valve. Use
caution around spring-loaded components, such as the clapper, the clapper latch, and the piston assembly.
8.
Keep work areas clean.
Cluttered areas, benches, and slippery floors can create hazardous working conditions.
9.
Keep visitors away.
Keep all visitors a safe distance away from work areas.
MAINTENANCE AND TESTING
1.
Notify the authority having jurisdiction.
Always notify the authority having jurisdiction before taking a fire protection
system out of service, or before performing any maintenance that eliminates the fire protection provided by the system.
2.
Depressurize and drain the system completely before performing any maintenance.
Water under pressure, trapped
air, or system air pressure may be present and can create hazardous conditions.
3.
Follow NFPA requirements for testing and inspection schedules.
Contact the local authority having jurisdiction for any
additional requirements.
4.
Keep the preaction system away from corrosive atmospheres and foreign matter.
Any condition that might degrade
the system or affect system performance must be avoided.
• An experienced, trained installer must install this product in accordance with all instructions. These instructions
contain important information.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product
failure.
If you need additional copies of any literature, or if you have any questions about the safe installation and operation
of this valve, contact Victaulic Company, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031 USA, Telephone: 1-800-PICK Vic,
e-mail: [email protected].
• Depressurize and drain piping systems before attempting to install or remove any Victaulic piping products.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in serious personal injury, property damage, and/or product
damage.
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