▪ Iftheactual-positionfeedbackunitistobeusedinadampenvi-
ronment, steps must be taken to ensure that any liquid that collects
drains away from and does not penetrate the housing.
▪ Theunitmustneverbecleanedwithawaterjetand/oraggressive
cleaning agents (observe the requirements of the type of enclosure
Section 7.2, Page 8/Section 7.4, Page 10).
▪ Thehousingoftheactual-positionfeedbackunitmustnotbesub-
jectedtomechanicalloads. Connection and pneumatic lines mustbe
routed in such a way that no forces act on the actual-position feed-
back unit.
▪ Protect actual-position feedback unit against source of radiation
(e.g. the sun).
▪ Protectactual-positionfeedbackunitagainstvibrations.
▪ Regularly check that the electrical and pneumatic connections
are correctly seated and that the connection to the pneumatic valve
actuator is correct.
▪ Neverexceedthepermissibleapplicationandoperatinglimitsspeci-
edintheproductliteratureregardingpressure,temperature,etc.
2.3 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance
with this manual
Non-compliancewiththisoperatingmanualwillresultinlossofwarranty
and forfeiture of any and all rights to claims for damages.
Non-compliance can have the following consequences for example:
• Failureofimportantfunctionsoftheproduct,
• Failureofprescribedmaintenanceandservicingpractices,
• Hazardtopersonsbyelectricalandmechanicaleects.
2.4 Safety awareness
Inaddition to the safety information contained in thisoperating manual
and the intended use, the following safety regulations shall be com-
plied with:
• Accidentprevention,healthregulationsandsafetyregulations,
• Explosionprotectionregulations,
• Safetyregulationsforhandlinghazardoussubstances,
• Applicablestandards,directivesandlaws.
2.5 Safety information for the operator/user
Theactual-positionfeedbackunit with valve isintendedforuse in areas
whichcannotbeaccessedbyunauthorisedpersons.Operationofthese
valves in areas, which can be accessed by unauthorised persons, is
onlypermittedifappropriateprotectivedevicesarettedatthesite.
This must be ensured by the operator.
• Fit protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) supplied by the
operatorfor hot, cold or movingparts, and check that theequipment
functions properly.
• Do not remove any protective equipment (e.g. contact guards)
during operation.
• Bringtheplantandplantsectionintoasafestatethatallowssafe
switching on the actual-position feedback unit and the valve.
• Electrical hazards must be eliminated. (For details, refer to VDE
regulations and the safety regulations laid down by the local energy
supply companies, for instance).
• Theoperatorhastoensurethattheguardsforlivecomponentsare
regularly checked for any damage. The valve must never be ope-
rated without appropriate protection.
2.6 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and
installation
• Theoperatorensuresthatmaintenance,inspectionandinstallation
areperformedbyauthorised,qualiedspecialistpersonnelwhoare
thoroughly familiar with the manual
• Alwaysusesuitabletoolstoensureproperfunctioningoftheactual-
position feedback unit.
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• CarryoutworkontheSISTO-SK-iLED/SISTO-SK-iLEDAS-iactual-
position feedback unit and the valve during standstill only.
• Generallyrecognisedsafetyandtechnicalrulesmustbeadhered
to when planning deployment and during operation.
• Prior to commissioning/start-up of the actual-position feedback
unit observe the Section 9.1-9.4, Page 16.
• For shutdown of the actual-position feedback unit observe the
Section 9.6, Page 17.
2.7 Unauthorisedmodicationandmanufactureof
spare parts
Modicationsoralterationsoftheactual-positionfeedbackunit and
the valve are only permitted with the manufacturer‘s prior consent.
Use only original spare parts and accessories authorised by the
manufacturer. The use of other parts can invalidate any liability of the
manufacturer for resulting damage.
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation
The warranty relating to the operating reliability and safety of the
SISTO-SK-i LED/SISTO-SK-i LED AS-i actual-position feedback unit
supplied is only valid if the equipment is used in accordance with its
intended use as described in Section 2.2. The limits stated in the
technical literature must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
3 Product information (REACH)
ProductinformationasperRegulationNo.1907/2006(REACH):
For information as per chemicals Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
(REACH),seehttp://www.ksb.com/reach.
4 Delivery/Storage/Disposal
4.1 Checking the condition upon delivery
Upon receipt of the goods, check immediately that the goods are
complete and undamaged.
If the actual-position feedback unit was ordered together with a pneu-
matic valve actuator, the combined unit will come fully assembled.
In the case of any deviations contact the manufacturer.
4.2 Storage
Storage/temporary storage must ensure that even after a prolonged
period of storage the function of the actual-position feedback unit will
not be impaired. The following requirements must be met:
▪ Storeinoriginalpackaging,
▪ Dry,
▪ Dark,
▪ Dust-freeenvironment,
▪ Storagetemperaturemustbebetween+10°Cand+30°C.
4.3 Disposal
Comply with applicable legal requirements and regulations.
