GEA VARIVENT Series User Manual

4 Transport and storage
4.1 Scope of supply
On receipt of the valve check whether
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the details on the main valve components correspond to the data in the order
and delivery documents,
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the equipment is complete and all components are in good order.
4.2 Transport
For transport, the following principles apply:
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Only use suitable lifting gear and slings for transporting the package units/
valves.
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Observe the pictograms on the package.
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Handle valves with care to avoid damage caused by impact or careless
loading and unloading. The outside synthetic materials are susceptible to
breaking.
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Control tops (if fitted) must be protected from animal and vegetable fats.
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Only allow qualified staff to transport the valve.
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Movable parts must be properly secured.
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Only use approved, fully functional load lifting devices and lifting accessories
which are suitable for the intended purpose. Observe the maximum load-
bearing capacities.
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Secure the valve against slipping. Take the weight of the valve into account
and the position of the point of gravity.
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Under no circumstances should anyone stand under a suspended load.
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Take care when transporting the valve. Do not grip sensitive parts of the unit
to lift or push the unit or to support yourself. Avoid putting the unit down with a
jerk.
4.3 Storage conditions
The valves, valve inserts or spare parts should be stored in a dry place, free of
vibrations and dust, and protected from light. To avoid damage, leave the
components in their original packaging if possible.
If, during transport or storage, the valve is going to be exposed to temperatures ≤
0°C, it must be dried beforehand and suitable measures must be taken to protect
it from damage.
Hint!
We recommend that the valve should be stored at a temperature of ≥ 5
°C for a period of 24 hours prior to any handling (disassembling the
housings / activation of actuators) so that any ice crystals formed by
condensation water can melt.
Transport and storage
Scope of supply
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GEA VARIVENT Series Specifications

General

Series	VARIVENT
Actuation	Pneumatic
Connection Types	Clamp, weld end, threaded, flange
Application	Food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries
Standards	EHEDG, FDA, 3-A
Materials	Stainless steel