Safety instructions and measures
Referenced documentation
The following documents apply in addition to these mounting and operating instructions:
− Mounting and operating instructions for the mounted actuator, e.g. u EB 8310-X for
Type 3271 or Type 3277 Pneumatic Actuator
− Mounting and operating instructions for mounted valve accessories (positioner, solenoid
valve etc.)
− u AB 0100 for tools and tightening torques
− Manual u H 02: Appropriate Machinery Components for SAMSON Pneumatic Control
Valves with a Declaration of Conformity of Final Machinery
1.1 Notes on possible severe personal injury
DANGER
!
Risk of bursting in pressure equipment.
Valves and pipelines are pressure equipment. Impermissible pressure or improper
opening can lead to valve components bursting.
Î Observe the maximum permissible pressure for valve and plant.
Î Before starting any work on the control valve, depressurize all plant sections affect-
ed as well as the valve.
Î Drain the process medium from all the plant sections concerned as well as the
valve.
1.2 Notes on possible personal injury
WARNING
!
Risk of burn injuries due to hot or cold components and pipelines.
Depending on the process medium, valve components and pipelines may get very hot
or cold and cause burn injuries.
Î Allow components and pipelines to cool down or heat up.
Î Wear protective clothing and safety gloves.
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