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Installation Safety Guidelines
2.7. Chemical Compatibility: For more information on plastic component chemical compatibility see ROSS' Catalog 104G (or later version).
This can be downloaded at www.rosscontrols.com or can be obtained from your local ROSS distributor.
2.8. Product Rupture: Product rupture can cause death, serious personal injury, and property damage.
   •DonotconnectpressureregulatorsorotherROSSCONTROLSproductstobottledgascylinders.
   •Donotexceedthemaximumprimarypressureratingofanypressureregulatororanysystemcomponent.
   •Consultproductlabelingorproductliteratureforpressureratinglimitations.
2.9 ROSS expressly disclaims all warranties and responsibility for any unsatisfactory performance or injuries caused by the use of the
wrong type, wrong size, or inadequately maintained silencer installed with a ROSS product.
3. PRODUCT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3.1. Component Inspection: Prior to assembly or installation a careful examination of the valves and FRLs must be performed. All
components must be checked for correct style, size, and catalog number. DO NOT use any component that displays any signs of
nonconformance.
3.2. Installation Instructions: ROSS CONTROLS published installation instructions must be followed for installation of ROSS CONTROLS
valves and FRLs. These instructions are provided with every ROSS CONTROLS valve and FRL sold, or by going to
www.rosscontrols.com/rosslit.htm. All applicable instructions should be read and complied with before using any fluid power system in
order to prevent harm to persons or equipment. In addition, overhauled or serviced valves must be functionally tested prior to
installation or use.
3.3. Air Supply: The air supply or control medium supplied to valves and FRLs must be moisture-free if ambient temperature can drop
below freezing
4. VALVE AND FRL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
4.1. Maintenance: Even with proper selection and installation, valve and FRL service life may be significantly reduced without a continuing
maintenance program. The severity of the application, risk potential from a component failure, and experience with any known failures in the
application or in similar applications should determine the frequency of inspections and the servicing or replacement of ROSS CONTROLS
products so that products are replaced before any failure occurs. A maintenance program must be established and followed by the user
and, at minimum, must include instructions 4.2 through 4.9.
4.2. Installation and Service Instructions: Before attempting to service or replace any worn or damaged parts consult the appropriate
service bulletin or installation / instruction sheet for the for the valve or FRL in question for the appropriate practices to service the unit in
question. These Service and Installation Instructions are provided with every ROSS CONTROLS valve and FRL sold, or are available by
calling 1-800-GET-ROSS, or by accessing the ROSS CONTROLS web site at www.rosscontrols.com.
4.3. Lockout / Tagout Procedures: Be sure to follow all required lockout and tagout procedures when servicing equipment. For more
 informationsee:ANSI/ASSEZ244.1-2003andOSHAStandard–29CFR,Part1910.147,AppendixA,TheControlofHazardousEnergy
– (Lockout / Tagout)
4.4. Visual Inspection: Any of the following conditions requires immediate system shut down and replacement of worn or damaged
components:
   •Airleakage:Lookandlistentoseeifthereareanysignsofvisualdamagetoanyofthecomponentsinthesystem.Leakageisan 
indication of worn or damaged components.
   •Damagedordegradedcomponents:Looktoseeifthereareanyvisiblesignsofwearorcomponentdegradation.
   •Kinked,crushed,ordamagedhoses.Kinkedhosescanresultinrestrictedairowandleadtounpredictablesystembehavior.
   •Anyobservedimpropersystemorcomponentfunction:Immediatelyshutdownthesystemandcorrectmalfunction.
   •Excessivedirtbuild-up:Dirtandcluttercanmaskpotentiallyhazardoussituations.
Caution: Leak detection solutions should be rinsed off after use.
2.4. Environment: Many environmental conditions can affect the integrity and suitability of a product for a given application. Ross Controls
products are designed for use in general purpose industrial applications. If these products are to be used in unusual circumstances such
as direct sunlight and/or corrosive or caustic environments, such use can shorten the useful life and lead to premature failure of a product.
2.5. Lubrication and Compressor Carryover: Some modern synthetic oils can and will attack nitrile seals. If there is any possibility of
synthetic oils or greases migrating into the pneumatic components check for compatibility with the seal materials used. Consult the factory
or product literature for materials of construction.
2.6. Polycarbonate Bowls and Sight Glasses: All standard ROSS filters and lubricators with polycarbonate plastic bowls are designed for
compressed air applications only. Do not fail to use the metal bowl guard, where provided, to minimize danger from high pressure
fragmentation in the event of bowl failure. To avoid potential polycarbonate bowl failures:
   •Donotlocatepolycarbonatebowlsorsightglassesinareaswheretheycouldbesubjecttodirectsunlight,impactblow,or 
temperatures outside of the rated range.
   •Donotexposeorcleanpolycarbonatebowlswithdetergents,chlorinatedhydro-carbons,keytones,esters,liqueedpetroleumgas,or
certain alcohols.
   •Donotusepolycarbonatebowlsorsightglassesinairsystemswherecompressorsarelubricatedwithreresistantuidssuchas 
phosphate ester and di-ester lubricants.