Burkert Type 2301 - Manual (Page 5)

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Basic Safety Instructions
Type 2301
4. basic safeTy insTrucTions
These safety instructions do not make allowance for any
• contingencies and events which may arise during the installation,
operation and maintenance of the devices.
• local safety regulations; the operator is responsible for observing
these regulations, also with reference to the installation personnel.
Danger!
danger – high pressure!
• Before loosening the lines and valves, turn off the pressure and
vent the lines.
risk of electric shock!
• Before reaching into the device, switch off the power supply
and secure to prevent reactivation!
• Observe applicable accident prevention and safety regulations
for electrical equipment!
risk of burns!
The surface of the device may become hot during long-term
operation.
• Do not touch the device with bare hands.
risk of injury from moving parts in the device!
• Do not reach into openings.
risk of injury when opening the actuator!
The actuator contains a tensioned spring. If the actuator is opened,
there is a risk of injury from the spring jumping out.
• The actuator must not be opened.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure that:
• In the potentially explosion-risk area the globe control valve type
2301 may be used only according to the specification on the
separate Ex type label. For use observe the additional information
enclosed with the device together with safety instructions for the
explosion-risk area.
• Devices without a separate Ex type label may not be used in a
potentially explosive area.
• The system cannot be activated unintentionally.
• Installation and repair work may be carried out by authorised
technicians only and with the appropriate tools.
• After an interruption in the power supply or pneumatic supply,
ensure that the process is restarted in a defined or controlled
manner.
• The device may be operated only when in perfect condition and
in consideration of the operating instructions.
• The general rules of technology apply to application planning and
operation of the device.
To prevent damage to property of the device, ensure:
• Supply the media connections only with those media which are
specified as flow media in the chapter entitled “Technical data”.
• Do not put any loads on the valve (e.g. by placing objects on it
or standing on it).
• Do not make any external modifications to the valves. Do not paint
the body parts or screws.
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