Piping Operating Environment
Series AMP
Air Cleaning Equipment Precautions 2
Be sure to read before handling.
1. Preparation before piping
Before piping is connected, it should be thoroughly blown out
with air (flushing) or washed to remove chips, cutting oil and
other debris from inside the pipe.
2.Wrapping of pipe tape
When screwing together pipes and fittings, etc., be certain
that chips from the pipe threads and sealing material do not
get inside the piping.
Further, when pipe tape is used, leave 1.5 to 2 thread ridges
exposed at the end of the threads.
3. Implement measures to prevent drainage
from collecting inside piping.
For example, drains should be installed in the lower sections
of piping that rises, or piping should be designed with a slight
taper provided along the direction of flow so that drainage
will not accumulate.
Caution
Air Supply
Warning
1. Types of fluid
This product is designed for use with compressed air. Contact
SMC in case a different fluid is to be used.
Contact SMC regarding the types of fluids which can be used in
products designed for use with general purpose fluids.
2. Do not use compressed air which contains
chemicals, organic solvents or corrosive
gases.
Do not use compressed air containing chemicals, organic sol-
vents, salt or corrosive gases, as this can cause damage and
reduced performance, etc.
3. Operating pressure range
The operating pressure range is determined by the equipment
being used. Operation beyond this range can cause damage and
reduced performance, etc.
Warning
5. Locations with impacts or vibration. (Confirm specifications.)
6. Locations with high moisture and dust. (Contact SMC in
advance.)
2. Adhere to the fluid and ambient temperature
ranges.
The fluid and ambient temperatures are determined by the
equipment being used. Operation beyond this range can cause
damage, failure or malfunction, etc.
Maintenance
Warning
1. Maintenance should be performed in accor-
dance with the procedures in the instruction
manual.
If handled improperly, this can cause damage or malfunction in
equipment and devices, etc.
2. Maintenance operations
Since compressed air can be dangerous if handled improperly,
element replacement and other maintenance, etc., should be per-
formed by personnel having sufficient knowledge and experience
pertaining to pneumatic equipment, while also adhering to the
product specifications.
3. Pre-maintenance checks
When the product is to be demounted, be sure to shut off the sup-
ply pressure, release compressed air in the pipelines and confirm
an atmospheric release condition before proceeding.
4. Post maintenance checks
After mounting, repair or renovation, supply compressed air and
perform suitable function and leak tests. If an audible leak is
detected or equipment does not operate properly, stop operation
and confirm that mounting is correct.
5. When performing inspections, set the com-
pressed air pressure to zero.
When the compressed air side is to be disassembled for inspec-
tions or filter element replacement, etc., first confirm that the pres-
sure is at zero before proceeding.
6. Disassembly and modification is prohibited.
Do not disassemble or modify the main unit.
1. Do not step on or place heavy objects on the
unit.
The equipment may be deformed or damaged, and if balance is
lost, a fall may cause injury.
Operating Environment
Warning
1. Do not use in the following environments,as
this can cause damage and reduced perfor-
mance.
1. Locations with an atmosphere of corrosive gases, organic sol-
vents or chemical solutions, and locations where there may be
contact with the same.
2. Locations where there is contact with sea spray, water or steam.
3. Locations which receive direct sunlight. (Sunlight should be
blocked to prevent deterioration of resin from ultra violet rays and
over heating, etc.)
4. Locations near heat sources with poor ventilation. (Heat sources
should be blocked off, because radiated heat may cause damage
due to softening of materials.)
Caution
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