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Metal Speed Controller with One-touch Fitting ASB, ASB-D Series Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.” They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
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Metal Speed Controller with One-touch Fitting ASB, ASB-D Series Safety Instructions Caution 1. The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary.
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2. Specific Product Precautions Design/ Selection Design/ Selection Warning Warning (7)Speed controllers are designed to control the (1)Confirm the specifications. speed of the actuator. The products are designed to be used in compressed air systems(including vacuum) only. (8)The surface of brass may turn black Do not operate at pressures, temperatures, etc., depending on the storage and operating beyond the range of specifications, as this can...
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Please refer to the applicable dimension of the ISO/DIS 2380-1,ISO 2380-2 wrench. Wrench(nominal) Connection thread size Metric size Inch size M5、10-32UNF 23/64 R1/8、NPT1/8、G1/8 R1/4、NPT1/4、G1/4 11/16 R3/8、NPT3/8、G3/8 R1/2、NPT1/2、G1/2 1-1/16 * A product of the ASB series is shown in the picture. - 5 -...
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Mounting Mounting Caution Caution (1)When performing the piping work, turn the (5)For R, NPT, G thread ① Tightening method tightening tool in the horizontal direction to the hexagon across flats of the body B so To tighten the screws, hand tighten them first and that any moment is not applied to the body.
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Precautions for One-Touch Tube Fittings Piping Threads with Sealant Piping Caution Caution (1) If the fitting is tightened with excessive torque, a large amount of sealant will seep (1) Connection and disconnection of tube from out. Remove the excess sealant. one-touch fitting ①...
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Piping Air Supply Caution Warning (3) When mounting the tube, resin plug or metal (1) Type of fluids rod, do not press the release button. Please consult with SMC when using the Do not press the release button unnecessarily product in applications other than compressed before mounting tubing, resin plugs and metal air.
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Operating environment Warning (1)Do not use in an atmosphere containing corrosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water, water steam, or where there is direct contact with any of these. (2)Do not expose the product to direct sunlight for an extended period of time. (3)Do not use in a place subject to heavy vibration and/or shock.
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3. Application This product is designed to control the speed of a pneumatic actuator. 4. Specifications 5. Troubleshooting Trouble Possible causes Countermeasure Speed cannot be Check valve is the wrong way Check the control method is suitable for adjusted. round. operating conditions, meter-out or meter-in.
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