8 Installation of the Transducers FLUXUS F808, F809
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8.4.1 Disassembly of Variofix C
• Disassemble the transducer mounting fixture Variofix C.
In order to remove the cover from the rail, bend the outer sides of the cover outwards (see Fig. 8.30).
In order to remove the spring clip from the rail, slide it over the indentation on the rail and lift it off (see Fig. 8.31).
8.4.2 Installation of the rail
Select the installation instructions that correspond to the supplied clasp:
• see section "Installation of the rail without a clasp"
• see section "Installation of the rail with ratchet clasp"
Installation of the rail without a clasp
• Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumference + at least 120 mm).
• Insert approx. 100 mm of the tension strap into one of the slots of the tension strap clamp and bend it (see Fig. 8.32).
• If necessary, insert the long end of the tension strap into the metal spring (see Fig. 8.33). It is not necessary to mount the
metal spring:
– on steel pipes or
– on pipes with an outer pipe diameter < 80 mm or
– on pipes that are not subjected to significant temperature fluctuations.
Fig. 8.30: Removal of the cover
Fig. 8.31: Disassembly of Variofix C
Note! The edge of the tension strap is very sharp, leading to risk of injury. Debur sharp edges.
cover
rail
spring clip
tensioning screw
spacing element
tension strap clamp
indentation