Storage, removal, and disposal 
 
HON 380 gas pressure regulator with HON 673/674 controller    64 
 
9  Storage, removal, and disposal 
 
Topic  Page 
Storing the device  64 
Disassembling the device  65 
Disposing of the device  66 
 
 
9.1  Storing the device 
Observe the following rules: 
  Do not store the device outdoors. 
  Store the device in a dry and dust-free environment on a flat surface. 
  Do not expose the device to any aggressive media, ozone or ionizing radia-
tion or to direct heat sources. 
  Storage conditions:   
  Temperature: 0 °C to 25 °C (32 °F to 77 °F) 
  Relative humidity: < 55 %. 
  Avoid mechanical vibrations. 
  Storage periods: 
  When storing the device for up to one year: 
Store the device in its original packaging and in the same condition 
it was delivered. All protective caps of the device must remain in 
place. 
  When storing the device for more than one year (e.g., as a backup 
device): 
Store the device in its original packaging and in the same condition 
it was delivered and check it annually for damage and soiling. 
Consider the storage period in the maintenance cycles. 
Note: Please also observe any storage information provided on the packaging. 
 
The following rules apply to the storage of spare parts: 
  Apply an appropriate protective agent to assemblies at risk of corrosion. 
  If stored correctly, O-rings and gaskets should not be kept longer than 
7 years. 
  Store the spare parts in the original package until they are used. 
 
 
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