Safety Instructions And Measures - Samson 4708-45 Mounting And Operating Instructions

Safety instructions and measures

1 Safety instructions and measures
Intended use
The Type 4708-45 Supply Pressure Regulator reduces and controls the maximum pressure of
12 bar (180 psi) in a compressed air network to the pressure adjusted at the set point
adjuster. The device is designed to operate under exactly defined conditions (e.g. operating
pressure, temperature). Therefore, operators must ensure that the supply pressure regulator is
only used in applications where the operating conditions correspond to the technical data. In
case operators intend to use the supply pressure regulators in other applications or
conditions than specified, contact SAMSON.
SAMSON does not assume any liability for damage resulting from the failure to use the
device for its intended purpose or for damage caused by external forces or any other
external factors.
Î Refer to the technical data for limits and fields of application as well as possible uses.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
The Type 4708-45 Supply Pressure Regulator is not suitable for the following applications:
− Use outside the limits defined during sizing and by the technical data
Furthermore, the following activities do not comply with the intended use:
− Use of non-original spare parts
− Performing maintenance activities not specified by SAMSON
Qualifications of operating personnel
The supply pressure regulator must be mounted, started up and serviced by fully trained and
qualified personnel only; the accepted industry codes and practices must be observed.
According to these mounting and operating instructions, trained personnel refers to
individuals who are able to judge the work they are assigned to and recognize possible
hazards due to their specialized training, their knowledge and experience as well as their
knowledge of the applicable standards.
Personal protective equipment
No personal protective equipment is required for the direct handling of the supply pressure
regulator. Work on the control valve may be necessary when mounting or removing the de-
vice.
EB 8546-1 EN 5