handtmann 12501 Manuals

Operating manual Vacuum valve (spring loaded) 12501, 12525, 12550, 12551, 12555 BA_012501.08_EN 1 / 15 Albert Handtmann Armaturenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG 2017-06-13 1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 1 2 Safety Information ............................................................................................................................................ 2 3 Delivery, Completeness, Storage ...................................................................................................................... 3 4 Installation, Operation, Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 3 5 Additional Equipment ..................................................................................................................................... 15 1 General 1.1 Manufacturer Albert Handtmann Armaturenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG Arthur-Handtmann-Str. 11; D-88400 Biberach Tel.: +49(0) 73 51/3 42-0; Fax: +49(0) 73 51/3 42-44 80 E-Mail: [email protected] 1.2 Proper application Vacuum valves are used in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. They are suitable for the protection of tanks and other closed systems against negative pressure. During installation, operation and maintenance please pay attention to the generally accepted safety regulations as well as to the operating instructions. 1.3 Misuse Misuse is Misuse is: • Application in different operating conditions as intended for the specific type. • Installation, operation and maintenance by unqualified staff. • Any unauthorized modification of the valve or a valve component. • On-observance of the operating instructions. Any misuse will automatically lead to a loss of right to claim under guarantee as well as any liability. 1.4 Duties of operator The operator has to make sure that: • The valve/component is operated properly and only in functional condition. • The legal requirements are kept during operation and maintenance. • Only sufficiently qualified and authorized staff maintain the valve/component. • The staff responsible for operation and maintenance know and obey the operating instructions and in particular the safety advice. • The safety and warning signs remain on the valve/component and are always legible.