Prop. Directional Control Valve
Series D*FB / D*1FB
Operation Manual
9
Parker Hannifin CorporationParker Hannifin Corporation
D_FB-D_1FB_10-12 5715-669 UK.indd 25.06.19
Scope of supply
Please check immediately after receiving the valve,
if the content is matching with the specified scope
of supply. The delivery includes:
• valve
• operation manual
The central connector assembly has to be ordered
separately and is not included in the delivery.
Please check the delivery immediately after
receiving the shipment for apparent damag-
es due to shipping. Report shipment losses
at once to the carrier, the insurance compa-
ny and the supplier!
Intended usage
This operation manual is valid for proportional di-
rectional control valves D*FB/D*1FB series. Any dif-
ferent or beyond it usage is deemed to be as not
intended. The manufacturer is not liable for warran-
ty claims resulting from this.
Information on the process of technical changes
We reserve the right to make technical changes as
a result of further development of the product de-
scribed in these operating instructions. Figures and
drawings in these instructions are simplified depic-
tions. As a result of developments, improvements
and changes to the product, it is possible that the
figures are not fully consistent with the valve in op-
eration. The technical details and dimensions are
non-binding. They may not form the basis of any
claims. Copyright reserved.
Information on warranty and liability
The manufacturer does not assume liability for dam-
age due to the following failures:
• incorrect mounting / installation
• improper handling
• lack of maintenance
• operation outside the specification
Do not disassemble the valve! In case of sus-
picion for a defect please return it to Parker.
CE mark
The CE mark appears on the main nameplate. If
the product is installed as part of a larger machine,
this larger machine is in turn subject to EU direc-
tives and must therefore obtain a general CE mark
for the machine as a whole. The machine must not
enter circulation in the EU until this is done. The
legal requirements corresponding to the CE mark
can be found in section "Other applicable stan-
dards / rules".
Personnel requirements
The product may only be used, installed, removed,
operated and maintained by specialist personnel.
For the purposes of these instructions, a specialist
is defined as someone who, on the basis of their
education, expertise and professional experience,
is able to correctly evaluate and carry out the tasks
and duties assigned to him/her, and identify and
correct potential hazards. Skilled, semi-skilled or
trained personnel may not use this product under
their own responsibility unless they have the re-
quired specialist knowledge. Otherwise, they may
only use the product under the constant supervi-
sion of a specialist person.
Compliance with other rules and instructions
Carry out transport and installation/repair activi-
ties only in accordance with the valid and applica-
ble safety and accident prevention regulations is-
sued by the trade associations.
The valve contains hydraulic oil. The normal local
environmental protection requirements must there-
fore be met when handling the product. The par-
ticular circumstances of each place of installation
mean that instructions must be followed in order
to install and use the product safely.
2. Safety
Safety instructions
Please read the operation manual before installa-
tion, startup, service, repair or stocking! Paying no
attention may result in damaging the valve or in-
corporated system parts.