Tubing/Precautions Be sure to read before handling. Series TL/TIL/TLM/TILM/TD/TID/TH/TIH Selection Warning 1. Confirm the specifications. Products represented in this catalog are designed only for use in compressed air systems (including vacuum). Do not operate at pressures or temperatures, etc., beyond the range of specifications, as this can cause damage or malfunction. (Refer to the specifications.) 2. In case of using the product for medical care This product is designed for use with compressed air system applications for medical care purposes. Do not use in contact with human bodily fluids, body tissues or transfer applications to a human living body. Mounting Caution 1. Confirm model no., size, etc. before installing. Check tubing for damage, gouges, cracks, etc. [TLM/TILM] The TLM and TILM series do not have the model number displayed on the product due to the resin material used. If tubing without a model label is mixed with other tubing which also does not have a model label, it is impossible to identify the model. Please avoid mixing the products with other models while it is being used and/or stored. 2. When tubing is connected, consider factors such as changes in the tubing length due to pressure, and allow sufficient leeway. 3. Do not apply unnecessary forces such as twisting, pulling, moment loads, etc. on fittings or tubing. This will cause damage to fittings and will crush, burst or release tubing. 4. Mount so that tubing is not damaged due to tangling and abrasion. This can cause flattening, bursting or disconnection of tubing, etc. Caution 1. Do not use in locations where the connecting threads and tubing connection will slide or rotate. The connecting threads and tubing connection will come apart under these conditions. 2. Use tubing at or above the minimum bending radius. Using below the minimum bending radius can cause breakage or flattening of the tubing. 3. Never use the tubing for anything flammable, explosive or toxic such as gas, fuel gas, or cooling mediums etc. Because the contents may penetrate outward. 4. Use the fittings applicable to the tubing size. Piping Caution 1. Preparation before piping Before piping is connected, it should be thoroughly blown out with air (flushing) or washed to remove chips, cutting oil and other debris from inside the pipe. Not allowing chips of the piping thread or the seal material to go in. Air Supply Warning 1. Types of fluid This product is designed for use with compressed air. 2. In case of excessive condensation Excessive condensation in a compressed air system may cause pneumatic equipment to malfunction. Installation of an air dryer, water separator before filter is recommended. 3. Drain flushing If condensation in the drain bowl is not emptied on a regular basis, the bowl will overflow and allow the condensation to enter the compressed air lines. It causes malfunction of pneumatic devices. If the drain bowl is difficult to check and remove, installation of a drain bowl with an auto drain option is recommended. For compressed air quality, refer to SMC’s “Air Cleaning Equipment” catalog. Operating Environment Warning 1. Do not use in locations having an explosive atmosphere. 2. Do not operate in locations where vibration or impact occurs. 3. In locations near heat sources, block off radiated heat. Maintenance Caution 1. Reform periodic inspections to check the following problems and replace tubing, if necessary. 1) Cracks, gouges, wearing, corrosion 2) Air leakage 3) Twists or crushing of tubing 4) Hardening, deterioration, softening of tubing 2. Do not repair or patch the replaced tubing or fittings for reuse. 3. When using insert or miniature fittings over a long period, some leakage may occur due to age deterioration of the materials. If any leakage is detected, correct the problem by additional tightening. If tightening becomes ineffective, replace the fittings with a new product immediately. 451 KQ2 KQB2 KS KX KM KF M H/DL L/LL KC KK KK130 DM KDM KB KR KA KQG2 KG KFG2 MS KKA KP LQ MQR T