Emerson Tescom ER5000 Series User Manual page 7

ER5000 — Safety, Installation & Operations Precautions
10. Regulators are not shut-off devices. Install a pressure relief device downstream
of the regulator to protect the process equipment from overpressure
conditions. Shut off the supply pressure when the regulator is not in use.
11. Periodic inspection and scheduled maintenance of your equipment is required
for continued safe operation.
12. The frequency of servicing is the responsibility of the user based on
the application.
13. Never allow problems or lack of maintenance to go unreported.
14. Read and follow precautions on compressed gas cylinder labels.
15. It is important that you analyze all aspects of your application and review
all available information concerning the product or system. Obtain, read
and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each fluid used in
your system.
16. Never use materials for regulators, valves or accessories that are not
compatible with the fluids being used.
17. Users must test components for material compatibility with the system
operating conditions prior to use in the system.
18. Vent fluids to a safe environment and in an area away from employees. Be sure
that venting and disposal methods are in accordance with Federal, State and
Local requirements. Locate and construct vent lines to prevent condensation
or gas accumulation. Make sure the vent outlet is not obstructed by rain, snow,
ice, vegetation, insects, birds, etc. Do not interconnect vent lines; use separate
lines if more than one vent is needed.
19. Do not locate regulators, valves or accessories controlling flammable fluids near
open flames or any other source of ignition. Use of Hazardous Location controllers
may be necessary to be in accordance with local electric codes.
20. Some fluids when burning do not exhibit a visible flame. Use extreme caution
when inspecting and/or servicing systems using flammable fluids to avoid
death or serious injury to employees. Provide a device to warn employees of
these dangerous conditions.
21. Many gases can cause suffocation. Make certain the area is well ventilated.
Provide a device to warn employees of lack of Oxygen.
22. Never use oil or grease on these regulators, valves or accessories. Oil and grease
are easily ignited and may combine violently with some fluids under pressure.
23. Have emergency equipment in the area if toxic or flammable fluids are used.
24. Upstream filters are recommended for use with all fluids.
25. Do not bleed system by loosening fittings.
26. Prevent icing of the equipment by removing excess moisture from the gas.
27. Always use proper thread lubricants and sealants on tapered pipe threads.
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