IM-P006-07 CTLS Issue 12
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Safe operation of these products can only be guaranteed if they are properly installed,
commissioned, used and maintained by qualified personnel (see Section 1.11) in compliance
with the operating instructions. General installation and safety instructions for pipeline and plant
construction, as well as the proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be complied with.
1.1 Intended use
Referring to these Installation and Maintenance Instructions, name-plate and Technical Information
Sheet, check that the product is suitable for the intended use/application.
The products listed below comply with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
and carry the mark when so required. The products fall within the following Pressure
Equipment Directive categories:
Product
Group 2
Gases
DP143 and all derivatives
DN15 - DN32 SEP
DN40 - DN80 1
DP163 and all derivatives
DN15 - DN32 SEP
DN40 - DN80 1
i) The products have been specifically designed for use on steam, air and inert industrial gases
which are in Group 2 of the above mentioned Pressure Equipment Directive. The products’ use
on other fluids may be possible but, if this is contemplated, Spirax Sarco should be contacted
to confirm the suitability of the product for the application being considered.
ii) Check material suitability, pressure and temperature and their maximum and minimum values.
If the maximum operating limits of the product are lower than those of the system in which it
is being fitted, or if malfunction of the product could result in a dangerous overpressure or
overtemperature occurrence, ensure a safety device is included in the system to prevent such
over-limit situations.
iii) Determine the correct installation situation and direction of fluid flow.
iv) Spirax Sarco products are not intended to withstand external stresses that may be induced by
any system to which they are fitted. It is the responsibility of the installer to consider these
stresses and take adequate precautions to minimise them.
v) Remove protection covers from all connections and protective film from allname-plates, where
appropriate, before installation on steam or other high temperature applications.
1.2 Access
Ensure safe access and if necessary a safe working platform (suitably guarded) before attempting
to work on the product. Arrange suitable lifting gear if required.
1.3 Lighting
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work is required.
1. Safety information