Safety Information; Intended Use - Flowserve NAF ProCap User Instruction

NAF ProCap Capping Valve User Instruction – FCD NFENIM4155-00-A4 11/18
• Pressure Safety Switch Unit- includes pressure switches for interlocking of digester
pressure
• Local Control Box- simplifies the installation as it automates the sequences,
including flushing, and makes it possible to run the valve locally
• Pneumatic Cabinet- compact mounting of solenoid valves
• Water Mirror- prevents build-up on ball sector surface and traps potential gases
• Flushing system- effectively flushes the ball sector and helps the valve to
maintain a high tightness and to minimize maintenance

2 Safety Information

2.1

Intended use

• The NAF ProCap Capping Valve is intended to be used for filling of wooden
chips into a batch digester. For any other use, please contact Flowserve
NAF.
• Assess all risks to eliminate the possibility of personal injury and material
damage. Read these instructions thoroughly.
• Always use the necessary protective equipment and comply with
applicable safety directives when working with the capping valve.
• The valve should only be installed, operated and maintained by
qualified personnel. Qualified personnel personnel are people who on
account of their education, experience, training and knowledge of
relevant standards, specifications, accident prevention and operating
conditions have been authorized by those responsible for the safety of the
plant to perform the necessary work, and recognize and avoid possible
dangers
• Do not open the valve during cooking! Make sure that the valve control
is set up so the valve can't be opened during cooking.
• The valve can be hot! During cooking the valve body becomes hot.
Use necessary protective equipment to prevent getting burned.
Be aware of moving parts! Never operate a valve without first ensuring
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there is no risk of crush injuries when the ball sector is moving. Take
necessary safety precautions to avoid unintentional stroking of the
actuator/valve.
• Never dismantle a valve or part of a valve while there is pressure in the
valve!
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