SMC Networks AS 0 2F Series Operation Manual page 6

Air Supply
Warning
(1) Type of fluids
The operating fluid must be compressed air.
Contact SMC if using the product with other
fluids.
(2) When there is a large amount of
condensate
Compressed air containing a large amount of
condensate can
pneumatic equipment. An air dryer or water
droplet separator should be installed upstream
from filters.
(3) Drain flushing
If condensation in the drain bowl is not emptied
on a regular basis, the bowl will overflow and
allow the condensation to enter the compressed
air lines. This causes malfunction of pneumatic
equipment. If the drain bowl is difficult to check
and remove, installation of a drain bowl with an
auto drain option is recommended.
For compressed air quality, refer to SMC catalog
"Compressed Air Purification System".
(4) Types of air
Do not use compressed air which contains
chemicals, synthetic oils containing organic
solvents, salts or corrosive gases, etc., as this
can cause damage or malfunction.
Caution
(1) Install an air filter.
Install an air filter close to the upstream side of
the valve. A filtration degree of 5mm or less
should be selected.
(2) Install an aftercooler, air dryer or water
separator etc.
Do not use compressed air containing a lot of
condensate, which can cause failure of the
flow control or other pneumatic equipment.
Install an aftercooler, air dryer or water
droplet separator.
(3) Use the product within the specified fluid
and ambient temperature range.
When operating at temperatures 5
water in the circuit may freeze and cause
breakage of seals or malfunction. Measures
should be taken to prevent freezing.
For the details of compressed air mentioned
above, refer to SMC catalog "Compressed Air
Purification System".
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Operating environment
Warning
(1) Do not use in an environment where
corrosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water
or steam are present.
For materials of the flow control equipment, refer
to their construction drawings.
(2) Do not expose the product to direct sunlight
for an extended period of time.
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(3) Do not operate in a location subject to
vibration or impact.
(4) Do not mount the product in locations where
it is exposed to radiant heat.
Warning
(1)Maintenance should be performed according
to the procedure indicated in the Operation
Manual.
Improper handling can cause damage and
malfunction of equipment and machinery.
(2) Maintenance operations
If handled improperly, compressed air can be
dangerous. A knowledgeable and experienced
person should perform assembly, handling,
repair and element replacement of pneumatic
systems.
(3) Draining
Remove condensate from air filters regularly.
(4) Removal of equipment, and supply/exhaust
of compressed air
When components are removed, first confirm
that measures are in place to prevent
workpieces from dropping and/or equipment
running away, etc. Cut the supply pressure and
electric power and exhaust all compressed air
from the
equipment, confirm that measures are taken to
prevent sudden movement.
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Maintenance
system. Before restarting the