FasTest RQD Series - Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WP103 10/6/2010
RQD
SERIES
PATENT PENDING
Sleeve Forward Position:
Male Fitting Connected & Secured.
Lever Position:
Closed Valve
Sleeve
Typical Male Fitting
Media Connection
Lever Position:
Opened Valve
Sleeve Actuation
Connector Maintenance:
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A daily, weekly and periodic inspection of the connector by competent
person is recommended. User must establish a regular interval for
maintenance as determined by the user media and operational
environment.
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Inspection should include visual checks of the ball sealing area, sleeve,
missing or loose components, leak tightness, ease of operation, sufficient
lubrication, wear, dirt accumulation and damage.
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Establish a regular interval for lubrication. The media and environment will
be determining factors in establishing this interval to prevent dryness
and/or corrosion.
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Difficulty of operation after continual use indicates a need for lubrication or
other maintenance.
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Use only original FasTest spare parts that are designed for the application
and are subject to strict quality control. See Warranty.
Safety Warnings – Guidelines:
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If instructions are not completely understood by operator or components
are missing, contact FasTest before attempting use of the connector.
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FasTest RQD Connector is internally valved and will prevent loss of
media when disconnected. Do not attempt to disconnect unless safe
conditions are met.
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FasTest RQD Connectors must only be used with test pieces of a specific
size as indicated by the part number. Improper use could cause separation
of the connector from the test piece resulting in physical harm or damage.
FasTest, Inc. Product Warranty
FasTest, Inc. warrants its products against defects of workmanship and/or material for 12 months from the date of the
sale by FasTest, Inc. This warranty is void if the product is misused, tampered with or used in a manner that is not in
accordance with FasTest, Inc. recommendations and/or instructions. FasTest, Inc. is not liable for consequential or
other damages including, but not limited to, loss, damage, personal injury, or any other expense directly or indirectly
arising from the use of or inability to use its products either separately or in combination with other products. ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Remedy under this warranty is limited to replacement of the product or an account credit in the amount of the original
selling price, at the option on FasTest, Inc. All allegedly defective products must be returned prepaid transportation to
FasTest, Inc. along with information describing the products performance, unless disposition in the field is authorized in
writing by FasTest, Inc.
RQD Lever Activated Connector
Description: RQD “Refrigeration Quick Disconnect” for
Male Tipped Fittings.
RQD Connector provides a reliable leak-tight connection that
grips and seals a Male Fitting. Simply insert male end of fitting
and slide sleeve forward, gripping balls will secure fitting.
Please thoroughly read and understand these operating
instructions prior to operating the connector. The use of
pressurized media for filling and sealing requires a thorough
understanding of the FasTest RQD Operating Instructions.
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Operation
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Connector Maintenance
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Safety Warnings - Guidelines