Safety guide covering selection, installation, use, and maintenance of Fairchild valves, FRLs and vacuum products.
This safety guide provides general instructions for the proper selection, installation, use, and maintenance of Fairchild pneumatic valves, FRLs (Filters, Pressure Regulators, and Lubricators), vacuum products and related accessories. It emphasizes fail‑safe design, compliance with international standards, and the importance of following all warning labels and safety procedures.
The document outlines product selection criteria such as flow rate, pressure and temperature ratings, environmental considerations, and chemical compatibility. It also details assembly, installation, lockout/tagout, visual inspection, routine maintenance, and service/replacement procedures to help prevent accidents, equipment damage, and personal injury.
You must read and follow the instructions in the safety guide before selecting or using any Fairchild valves, FRLs, or vacuum products.
Do not expose polycarbonate bowls or sight glasses to direct sunlight, impact, temperatures outside the rated range, or cleaning agents such as detergents, chlorinated hydrocarbons, ketones, esters, or certain alcohols.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures, disconnect electrical and air supplies, depressurize lines, and ensure only knowledgeable personnel perform service or replacement.