Richter GUT/F Series Overflow Valves - Manual (Page 7)

Series GUT/F
Page 7
9530-071-en Revision 10
TM 8361 Edition 10/2011
4 Safety note for valves, certified to Clean Air Act (TA-Luft)
On request, this valve can be supplied compliant with
the German Clean Air Code.
Certificate / Manufacturer Declaration Validity is
dependent on the operating instructions being read
and observed. In particular, servicing must be conducted at regular
intervals, and the bolted connections relevant for
tightness must be inspected and retightened if
necessary.
5 Transport, storage and disposal
For all transport work, observe generally
accepted engineering practice and the
accident prevention regulations.
The overflow valve is supplied with flange
caps. They protect the plastic surfaces
against dirt and mechanical damage. Do not
remove them until just before installation.
Handle the goods being transported with care. During
transport protect the valve against impacts and
collisions.
Transport the valve upright in a box or on a pallet on a
soft surface and deposit gently on flat ground.
Directly after receipt of the goods, check the consign-
ment for completeness and any in-transit damage.
Do not damage paint protection.
5.2 Storage
If the valve is not installed immediately after delivery,
store them properly.
The product should be stored in a dry and vibration-
free, well ventilated room at as constant a tempera-
ture as possible.
Generally, a storage period of 10 years do not
exceeded.
Store the valve in an upright position and secure it
from falling over!
In case of prolonged storage individual packing with a
desiccant may be necessary. Pay attention to local
site.
5.3 Return consignments
Valves which have conveyed aggressive or
toxic media rinse and clean before being
returned to the manufacturer's works.
It is imperative to enclose a safety information
sheet / general safety certificate on the field of
application with the return consignment.
Pre-printed forms are enclosed with the installation
and operating manual.
Safety precautions and decontamination measures
are to be mentioned.
5.4 Disposal
Parts of the valve may be contaminated with medium
which is detrimental to health and the environment
and therefore cleaning is not sufficient.
Risk of personal injury or damage to the
environment due to the medium!
Wear protective clothing when work is performed
on the valve.
Prior to the disposal of the valve:
Collect any medium, etc. which has escaped
and dispose of it in accordance with the local
regulations.
Neutralise any medium residues in the valve.
Separate valve materials (plastics, metals, etc.)
and dispose of them in accordance with the local
regulations.