Wilkerson R40 - Manual

Installation & Service Instructions:
83-538-000
Standard Regulator
ISSUED: September, 2006
Supersedes: July, 2004
Doc. #83538000, ECN# 060870, Rev. 3
Richland, MI 49083 Tel: (269) 629-5000
E N G L I S H
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGULATORS
1. DO NOT install the unit until you have read this entire product information sheet.
2. EXCEPT as otherwise specified by manufacturer, this product is specifically
designed for compressed air service, and use with any other fluid (liquid or gas)
is a misapplication. For example, use with or injection of certain hazardous
liquids or gases in the system (such as alcohol or liquid petroleum gas) could be
harmful to the unit or result in a combustible condition or hazardous external
leakage. Manufacturer’s warranties are void in the event of misapplication and
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any resulting loss. Maximum
WARNING
To avoid unpredictable system behavior that can cause personal injury
and property damage:
• Disconnect electrical supply (when necessary) before installation,
servicing, or conversion.
• Disconnect air supply and depressurize all air lines connected to this
product before installation, servicing, or conversion.
• Operate within the manufacturer’s specified pressure, temperature, and
other conditions listed in these instructions.
• Medium must be moisture-free if ambient temperature is below freezing.
• Service according to procedures listed in these instructions.
• Installation, service, and conversion of these products must be performed
by knowledgeable personnel who understand how pneumatic products are
to be applied.
• After installation, servicing, or conversion, air and electrical supplies
(when necessary) should be connected and the product tested for proper
function and leakage. If audible leakage is present, or the product does
not operate properly, do not put into use.
• Warnings and specifications on the product should not be covered by
paint, etc. If masking is not possible, contact your local representative
for replacement labels.
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WARNING
FAILURE OR IMPROPER SELECTION OR IMPROPER USE OF THE PRODUCTS
AND/OR SYSTEMS DESCRIBED HEREIN OR RELATED ITEMS CAN CAUSE
DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This document and other information from The Company, its subsidiaries and
authorized distributors provide product and/or system options for further
investigation by users having technical expertise. It is important that you
analyze all aspects of your application, including consequences of any failure
and review the information concerning the product or systems in the current
product catalog. Due to the variety of operating conditions and applications
for these products or systems, the user, through its own analysis and
testing, is solely responsible for making the final selection of the products
and systems and assuring that all performance, safety and warning
requirements of the application are met.
The products described herein, including without limitation, product features,
specifications, designs, availability and pricing, are subject to change by The
Company and its subsidiaries at any time without notice.
EXTRA COPIES OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR INCLUSION
IN EQUIPMENT / MAINTENANCE MANUALS THAT UTILIZE THESE PRODUCTS.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE.
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Safety Guide
For more complete information on recommended application guidelines, see the
Safety Guide section of Pneumatic Division catalogs or you can download the
Pneumatic Division Safety Guide at: www.wilkersoncorp.com
F R E N C H C A N A D I A N
WARNING
Product rupture can cause serious injury.
Do not connect regulator to bottled gas.
Do not exceed maximum primary pressure rating.
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AVERTISSEMENT
Une rupture de l’appareil peut occasionner des blessures graves.
Ne pas utiliser ce régulateur pour du gaz en bouteille.
Ne pas dépasser la norme de pression primaire maximum.
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pressure rating is 300 psig (21 bar). Temperature range is 32°F to 150°F (0°C to
65.5°C).
3. INSTALL a filter before the regulator for maximum trouble-free operation.
4. INSTALL regulator after the filter when mounting in a combination.
5. INSTALL regulator in any convenient position.
6. MOUNT gauge in either gauge port.
7. GAUGE PORTS may be used as additional regulated air pressure outlet ports.
8. TO ADJUST air pressure turn adjustment knob/handle clockwise to raise the
regulated pressure, and counterclockwise to lower the regulated pressure.
IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGULATORS
1. TURN air pressure off and vent air from system.
2. REMOVE the bottom plug and clean valve and seat. It is not necessary to
remove regulator from the air line to remove plug.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin d’éviter un fonctionnement imprévu du système pouvant occasionner des
blessures aux personnes et des dommages matériels :
• Débrancher l’alimentation électrique (si nécessaire) avant toute
installation, entretien ou conversion.
• Débrancher l’alimentation en air et dépressuriser toutes les canalisations
d’air connectées à cet appareil avant installation, entretien ou conversion.
• Utiliser l’appareil conformément aux normes de pression, température, et
autres conditions spécifiées par le fabricant dans ces instructions.
• Le médium doit être exempt d’humidité si la température descend en
dessous de 0°C.
• L’entretien doit se faire conformément aux procédures décrites ici.
• L’installation, l’entretien, et la conversion de ces appareils doivent être
effectués par des personnels qualifiés, au fait des techniques
pneumatiques.
• Après installation, entretien, ou conversion, les alimentations en air et en
électricité (si nécessaire) seront connectées et l’appareil testé pour
vérifier son fonctionnement correct et l’absence de fuites. Si l’appareil
présente une fuite audible ou ne fonctionne pas correctement, ne pas
l’utiliser.
• Les inscriptions concernant les avertissements et spécifications sur
l’appareil ne devront pas être recouvertes de peinture, etc. Si le masquage
est impossible, contactez votre représentant local pour des étiquettes de
remplacement.
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