Flowserve Valtek VL-ES Actuators - Manual (Page 4)

Valtek VL-ES Actuators FCD VLENIM0114-00 – 09/06
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been authorized by those responsible for the safety of the plant to perform the necessary work and who
are able to recognize and avoid possible dangers.
DANGER: Before installation, check the order number, serial number and/or the tag number to
ensure that the valve/actuator is correct for the intended application.
WARNING: Standard industry safety practices must be followed when working on this or any
process control product. Specifically, personal protection and lifting devices must be used as
warranted.
1.6 Installation
1.6.1 Do not insulate extensions that are provided for hot or cold services.
1.6.2 Pipelines must be correctly aligned to ensure that the valve is not fitted under tension.
1.6.3 The user must provide fire protection.
1.7 Spare Parts
Use only Flowserve original spare parts. Flowserve cannot accept responsibility for any damages that
occur from using spare parts or fastening materials from other manufactures. If Flowserve products
(especially sealing materials) have been on store for long periods of time check these products for
corrosion or deterioration before using them. The end user must provide fire protection for Flowserve
products.
1.8 Service / Repair
To avoid possible injury to personnel or damage to products, the safety terms must be strictly adhered
to (see Section 1.3). Modifying this product, substituting non-factory parts, or using maintenance
procedures other than those outlined in this instruction manual can drastically affect performance, be
hazardous to personnel and equipment, and may void existing warranties. Between the actuator and
the valve there are moving parts. To avoid injury, Flowserve provides pinch-point-protection in the form
of cover plates, especially where side-mounted positioners are fitted. If these plates are removed for
inspection, service or repair special attention is required. After completing work the cover plates must
be refitted. Apart from the operating instructions and the obligatory accident prevention directives valid
in the country of use, all recognized regulations for safety and good engineering practices must be
followed.
WARNING: Before products are returned to Flowserve for repair or service, Flowserve must
be provided with an MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) and a certificate, which confirms that
the product has been decontaminated. Flowserve will not accept deliveries if the MSDS and the
certificate have not been provided (a form can be obtained from Flowserve). Since the packing box
cannot be cleaned without removing packing, valve packing should be removed and the packing
area flushed as part of the cleaning.
1.9 Storage
In most cases, Flowserve products are manufactured from stainless steel. Products not manufactured
from stainless steel are provided with an epoxy resin coating. This means that Flowserve products are
well protected from corrosion. Nevertheless, Flowserve products must be adequately stored in a clean,
dry environment. Plastic caps are fitted to protect the flange faces by preventing the ingress of foreign
materials. These caps should not be removed until the valve is actually mounted into the system.
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