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Operating Instructions
1408/01_EU-ml_00563282_Original_FR
Types 1078-1 / 1078-2
Timer without or with configuration module type 1077-2
Operating Instructions
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel utilisateur
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1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL ...........................................................3
2. INTENDED USE ..........................................................................5
3. BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION .........................................7
4. GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................. 10
5. AREA OF APPLICATION ......................................................11
6. TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................. 15
7. INSTALLATION AND WIRING ........................................... 20
8. COMMISSIONING .................................................................. 23
9. ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................... 25
10. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 41
11. SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ........................... 42
12. PACKAGING, TRANSPORT ............................................... 43
13. STORAGE ................................................................................... 43
14. DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE .............................................44
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1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual describes the entire life cycle of the device.
Please keep this manual in a safe place, accessible to all
users and any new owners.
This manual contains important safety information.
Failure to comply with these instructions can lead to
hazardous situations.
• This manual must be read and understood.
1.1. Symbols used
danger
Warns you against an imminent danger.
• Failure to observe this warning can result in death or in
serious injury.
Warning
Warns you against a potentially dangerous situation.
• Failure to observe this warning can result in serious
injury or even death.

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caution
Warns you against a possible risk.
• Failure to observe this warning can result in substantial
or minor injuries.
note
Warns you against material damage.
• Failure to observe this warning may result in damage
to the device or system.
indicates additional information, advice or
important recommendations.
refers to information contained in this manual or in
other documents.
→ indicates a procedure to be carried out.
1.2. Definition of the word "device"
The term "device" used within the manual refers to the
timer type 1078-1 or 1078-2 (with or without configuration
module type 1077-2).
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2. INTENDED USE
Use of the timer that does not comply with the
instructions could present risks to people, nearby
installations and the environment.
• The timer, with or without configuration module, allows
for controlling the activation/deactivation cycle of a
solenoid valve having a compatible supply voltage.
• Installation, adjustment and maintenance of the device
must be carried out by qualified staff with an electrical
certification for the 110/230 V AC energized versions.
• Protect the device from electromagnetic perturbations,
ultraviolet radiations and, when installed outside, from
the effects of climatic conditions.
• Use this device in compliance with the characteristics
and commissioning and use conditions specified in the
contractual documents and in the instruction manual.
• Requirements for safe and proper operation are proper
transport, storage and installation as well as careful
operation and maintenance.
• Only use the device as intended.
2.1. Restraints
Observe any existing restraints when the device is exported.
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2.2. Foreseeable misuse
• Do not use this device in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
• Do not subject the device to mechanical loads (e.g. by
placing objects on top of it or by using it as a step).
• Do not make any external modifications to the device. Do
not paint or varnish any part of the device.
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3. BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
This safety information does not take into account:
• any contingencies or occurences that may arise during
assembly, use and maintenance of the devices.
• the local safety regulations that the operator must ensure
the staff in charge of assembly observe.
danger
Danger due to electrical voltage.
• Shut down the electrical power source of all the conductors and isolate it before carrying out work on the
system.

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Various dangerous situations
To avoid injury take care to:
• prevent any accidental power supply switch-on.
• carry out installation and maintenance by qualified and
skilled staff with the appropriate tools.
• guarantee a defined or controlled restarting of the
process, after a power supply interruption.
• use the device only if in perfect working order and in
compliance with the instructions provided in the user
manual.
• observe the general technical rules during the planning
and use of the device.
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note
Elements / Components sensitive to electrostatic
discharges
• This device contains electronic components sensitive
to electrostatic discharges. They may be damaged
if they are touched by an electrostatically charged
person or object. In the worst case scenario, these
components are instantly destroyed or go out of order
as soon as they are activated.
• To minimise or even avoid all damage due to an electrostatic discharge, take all the precautions described
in the EN 61340-5-1 norm.
• Also ensure that you do not touch any of the energized
electrical components.
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4. GENERAL INFORMATION
4.1. Manufacturer's address and
international contacts
To contact the manufacturer of the device, use following
address:
Bürkert SAS
Rue du Giessen
BP 21
F-67220 TRIEMBACH-AU-VAL
The addresses of our international branches can be found
on the last pages of this manual.
They can also be found on the Internet under:
www.burkert.com
4.2. Warranty conditions
The condition governing the legal warranty is the conforming use of the device in observance of the operating
conditions specified in this manual.
4.3. Information on the Internet
You can find the user manual and technical datasheets
regarding type 1078 or 1077 on the internet at:
www.burkert.com
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5. AREA OF APPLICATION
The timer 1078-1 or 1078-2 is plugged on a solenoid valve
by means of an EN 175301-803 form A fixed connector.
The timer allows for controlling the activation/deactivation
cycle of the solenoid valve.
5.1. General description
5.1.1. Construction
The timer 1078-1 or 1078-2 is a class II control device and
a Type 1 action device (see EN 60730-1 standard).
The timer 1078-1 or 1078-2 is an electronic module enclosed
in a housing with a transparent cover, a cable gland and an
EN 175301-803 female fixed connector, form A, with seal.
The timer is attached to the solenoid valve by means of a
screw.
• The timer 1078-1 is connected to the power supply
through the cable gland, by means of a 3-pole terminal
block in the housing.
• The timer 1078-2 is connected to the power supply
through the cable gland, by means of a 5-pole terminal
block in the housing.
The timer energizes the solenoid valve.
The timer 1078-2 can be configured by means of a configu-
ration module 1077-2, inserted onto the 1078-2 in place of

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its cover.
5.2. Available versions
Device Supply voltage Order code
Timer 1078-1
12-24 V DC 060647
24-48 V AC, 50-60 Hz,
24-48 V DC
060621
110-230 V AC,
50-60 Hz
060620
Timer 1078-2
12-24 V DC 060648
24-48 V AC, 50-60 Hz,
24-48 V DC
060629
Configuration module 1077-2 for timer
1078-2
060638
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5.3. Description of the name plates
1078-1
Supply: 110-230V/50-60Hz 0,5A
Output: 110-230V/50-60Hz 0,5A
S/N 1000
00060620 W43ML
Made in France
1. Type of the device
2. Power supply data
3. Data of the power supplied to the solenoid valve
4. Construction code
5. Conformity logo
6. Order code
7. Serial number
Fig. 1: Nameplate of the 1078
1077-000-00-002-000-000
00060638 W45LP
Made in France
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1. Type of the device
2. Conformity logo
3. Construction code
4. Order code
Fig. 2: Nameplate of the 1077
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6. TECHNICAL DATA
6.1. Conditions of use
Ambient temperature
• 1078
• 1077
(in operation)
• -10°C...60°C
• 0°C...60°C
Air humidity < 85%, non condensated
Height above sea level max. 2000 m
Degree of pollution 2
Protection rating IP65, when screwed to the
solenoid valve at a torque rating
between 0,5 and 0,8 Nm, wired
and cable gland tightened
6.2. General technical data
6.2.1. Mechanical data
Part Material
Housing
• 1078
• 1077-2
• PA6 or polyarylamide
• Polyamide
Cover PSU

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Part Material
Female EN 175301-803
fixed connector
PA6
PG9 cable gland PA6 or polyarylamide
M3x45 or M3x55 screw 1, in stainless steel AL2
Seal for the female fixed
connector
NBR
32,5
90
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Fig. 3: Dimensions [mm] of the 1078
Fig. 4: Dimensions [mm] of the 1078-2 combined with
the 1077-2
6.2.2. General features
Time range (1078-1)
(mechanical adjustment
using the 6 switches N°
1, 2, 3, 6, 7 and 8)
• 0,5 to 10 s (default setting)
• 1,5 to 30 s
• 5 to 100 s
• 0,5 to 10 min.
• 1,5 to 30 min.
• 5 to 100 min.
• 12 to 240 min.
• 0,5 to 10 h
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Time range (
1078-2)
(digital adjustment through
module 1077-2)
0,2 s to 9999 h, continuous
Tolerance (1078-2) 1 %
Resolution (1078-2)
• up to 199 s
• up to 199 min.
• up to 99 h
• up to 9999 h
• 10 ms
• 1 s
• 1 min.
• 1 h
6.2.3. Electrical data
Table 1: Electrical data of the 1078
Power supply
• 1078-1
• 1078-2
Tolerance 10 %
• 12-24 V DC, max. 2 A
or 24-48 V AC/DC, max
1,5 A or 110/230 V AC,
max 0,5 A
• 12-24 V DC, max. 2 A
or 24-48 V AC/DC, max
1,5 A
Protection against polarity
reversal
No, for devices energized
with a direct voltage
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Power supplied to the
solenoid valve
• Version 12-24 V DC
• Version 24-48 V AC/DC
• Version 110/230 V AC
• 12-24 V DC, max. 2 A
• 24-48 V DC, max. 1,5 A
• 110/230 V DC, max.
0,5 A
Clearance and leakage
path
Acc. to VDE 0100
Electrical connection
• Cable diameter
• Cross section of the
wires
Through PG9 cable gland
• 6 to 7 mm
• max. 1,5 mm
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Table 2: Electrical data of the 1077-2
Supply voltage Energized by the 1078-2
Power consumed 5 mW

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7. INSTALLATION AND WIRING
7.1. Safety information
danger
Risk of injury due to electrical voltage.
• Shut down the electrical power source of all the conductors and isolate it before carrying out work on the
system.
• Do not unscrew the cover of a powered device.
• Observe all applicable accident protection and safety
guidelines for electrical equipment.
Warning
Risk of injury due to nonconforming installation.
• The electrical installation can only be carried out by
qualified and skilled staff with the appropriate tools.
• Install appropriate safety devices (correctly rated fuse
and/or circuit-breaker).
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Warning
Risk of injury due to unintentional switch on of power
supply or uncontrolled restarting of the installation.
• Take appropriate measures to avoid unintentional activation of the installation.
• Guarantee a defined or controlled restarting of the
process subsequent to any intervention on the device.
Protect the power supply.
• Fit the power supply with a fuse of a value suited
to the load to be switched, if it is not protected
by default.
• Use a shielded cable with an operating temperature > +80 °C.
• Use a high quality electrical power supply,
filtered and regulated.
→ Loosen the screw of the housing cover.
→ Remove the cover.
→ Loosen the nut of the cable gland.
→ Insert the cable through the nut then through the cable
gland and refer to Fig. 5 or Fig. 6 for wiring.
→ Tighten the cable gland.
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→ Install the cover and check for the correct position of
the seal.
→ Tighten the supplied screw at a torque rating between
0,5 and 0,8 Nm.
Connection of the power supply
Red LED: ON
during t
on
and
OFF during t
off
Red LED:
ON when
the device is
energized
(+) (-)
(+): V+
(-): 0V
: Protec-
tive earth
Fig. 5: Terminal assignment of the 1078-1
Connection of the
configuration module
1077-2
Red LED: ON when the
device is energized
Red LED: ON during t
on
and OFF during t
off
(+) (-)
Reset
(+): Power supply
(-): Power supply
: Protective
earth
: Binary input
(ON/OFF contact)
Fig. 6: Terminal assignment of the 1078-2
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8. COMMISSIONING
8.1. Safety information
danger
Risk of electric shock.
• When the device is switched on, the cover must be
closed.
Warning
Danger due to nonconforming commissioning.
Nonconforming commissioning could lead to injuries and
damage the device and its surroundings.
• Before commissioning, make sure that the staff in
charge have read and fully understood the contents of
the manual.
• In particular, observe the safety recommendations and
intended use.
• The device/installation must only be commissioned by
suitably trained staff.

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note
Risk of damage to the device due to the environment
• Protect the device from electromagnetic perturbations,
ultraviolet radiations and, when installed outside, from
the effects of climatic conditions.
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9. ADJUSTMENT
9.1. Safety information
danger
Risk of injury due to electrical voltage
• Observe all applicable accident protection and safety
guidelines for electrical equipment.
• For the versions fed with 110-230 V AC power supply, shut down the electrical power source of all the
conductors and isolate it before carrying out work on
the system.
Warning
Risk of injury due to nonconforming adjustment.
Nonconforming adjustment could lead to injuries and
damage the device and its surroundings.
• The operators in charge of adjustment must have read
and understood the contents of this manual.
• In particular, observe the safety recommendations and
intended use.
• The device/installation must only be adjusted by suitably trained staff.
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9.2. Adjustment of the 1078-1
danger
Risk of electric shock on a version fed with
110-230 V AC power supply.
• To adjust the potentiometers, use an insulated
screwdriver.
note
Risk of damage the electronic board
• To adjust the potentiometers, use an insulated
screwdriver.
The set operation mode starts when the device is
energized.
• Set the operation mode before energizing the
device combined with a solenoid valve.
To adjust the 1078-1:
→ Adjusting the valve operation mode.
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Switches 4 and 5: To choose the
operating mode of the solenoid
valve
Switches 1, 2 and 3: To adjust the
range t
on
.
Switches 6, 7 and 8: To adjust the
range t
off
.
Potentiometer t
off
Potentiometer t
on
1ON2345678
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Fig. 7: Adjustment elements of the 1078-1
The timer 1078-1 allows for controlling the ON (called t
on
) /
OFF (called t
off
) cycle of a solenoid valve.
Four operation modes can be set with switches 4 and 5.
See Fig. 7 and Fig. 8.
Switches 4
and 5
Operation mode of the solenoid valve
ON (ton)/OFF (t
off
) cycle of the valve: Set the
time ton and the time t
off
OFF (t
off
)/ON (ton) cycle of the valve: Set the
time ton and the time t
off
Timed-out activation of the valve: Only set
the time t
on

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Switches 4
and 5
Operation mode of the solenoid valve
Delayed activation of the valve: Only set the
time delay t
off
on
T
off
Fig. 8: Operation modes of the 1078-1
→ Set the time range for t
on
with switches 1, 2 and 3 and/
or t
off
with switches 6, 7 and 8. See Fig. 7 and Fig. 9.
Switches 1, 2, 3 (ton) and 6, 7, 8 (t
off
)
Time range
1
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Switches 1, 2, 3 (ton) and 6, 7, 8 (t
off
)
Time range
1
0,5-10 hours
Fig. 9: Time ranges for ton and t
off
→ Set the ON time t
on
with potentiometer ton and/or the
OFF time t
off
with potentiometer t
off
, with a flat screw-
driver of correct size. See Fig. 7 and Fig. 10.
Position 1 of the potentiometer = minimum value
of the selected time range
(default position)
Position 3 of the poten-
tiometer = full scale of
the selected time range
min. value of the time
range + 10 % of the
time range
Cursor
min. value of the time range +
40 % of the time range
min. value of the time range +
50 % of the time range
min. value of the
time range +
80 % of the time
range
Fig. 10: Using the potentiometers of the 1078-1
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For example:
The time range for t
on
is set to 5-100 seconds and the
time range for t
off
is set to 1,5-30 minutes.
→ If t
on
= 50 seconds = min. value of the range (5 s)
+ 45 s (45/95*100 = 47 % of the range), set the
cursor of the t
on
potentiometer as follows:
ton = min. value of the range + 47 % of the time range
→ If t
off
= 20 seconds = min. value of the range (1,5
min.) + 18,5 min. (18,5/28,5*100 = 65 % of the
range), set the cursor of the t
off
potentiometer as
follows:
t
ooff
= min. value of the range + 65 % of
the time range
Fig. 11: Setting example of potentiometers ton and t
off
of
the 1078-1

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9.3. Adjustment of the 1078-2
danger
Risk of electric shock.
• Shut down the electrical power source of all the conductors and isolate it to avoid modifying the parameters of the 1078-2 before inserting the configuration
module type 1077-2 on the timer 1078-2.
To change the parameters of the 1078-2, install a configuration module type 1077-2 on the timer 1078-2.
→ Check that both red LEDs are OFF.
→ Loosen the screw from the 1078-2.
→ Remove the cover.
→ Install the 1077-2 with its seal onto the 1078-2, in any
position. See Fig. 6, page 22.
→ Insert the screw supplied with the 1077-2.
→ Tighten the screw at a torque rating between 0,5 and
0,8 Nm.
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9.3.1. Adjustment keys of the 1077-2
+
To access the Settings level.
• From the Read level to go to the next time.
• From the Settings level to go to the next
function.
• To validate the setting of each function.
• At the end of the adjustment, to transfer the
new settings to the timer.
At the Settings level:
• To change the flashing numerical value.
• To go to the next choice of a function.
Fig. 12: Adjustment of the 1077-2
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9.3.2. Display elements of the 1077-2
199:99
Time units for the displayed time:
hours, minutes and/or seconds
- At the Read level:
Shows that the output is
closed
- At the Settings level:
Shows that the ON/OFF
contact is normally open
Setting for the reset
input
Shows a time. If "--:--"
is displayed the set
cycle is completed.
Shows that the device
is beeing adjusted
Shows the operating
mode
- At the Read level:
Shows that the output
is open
- At the Settings level:
Shows that the ON/OFF
contact is normally closed
Fig. 13: Display of the 1077-2
9.3.3. Operating levels
The configuration module has two operating levels: The
Read level and the Settings level.
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• The Read level allows for reading the different times that
have been set and for following their count down.
• The Settings level allows for setting the operating mode,
the reset type and the times (units and values).
9.3.4. Navigating within the Read level
99:00
99:01
10:10
When the device is energized
or when the Settings level
is left, the display shows
the first running time (which
depends on the set operating
mode).The count-down of
that time starts.
The next screens show the
other set times.The number
of times depends on the set
operating mode.
Fig. 14: Navigation at the Read level

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9.3.5. Accessing the Settings level
99:00
Read level
+
To access the Settings level.
99:01
a) Symbol is dispalyed and the
operating mode flashes.
→ Change the operating mode. See
Fig. 16.
→ Validate the displayed choice and
go to the next function.
99:01
b) The reset type flashes.
→ Change the reset type. See Fig.
17.
→ Validate the displayed choice and
go to the next function.
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99:01
c) The time units and the first time to
be set flash.
→ Choose the time units for the first
time to be set. See Fig. 18.
→ Validate the displayed choice and
go to the next function.
99:01
d) The part of the time, that is associated to the greatest time unit, flashes.
→ Set the time associated to the
greatest time unit. See Fig. 18.
→ Validate the set value and go to the
next function.
99:01
d) The part of the time, that is associated to the smallest time unit, flashes.
→ Set the time associated to the
smallest time unit. See Fig. 18.
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→ Validate the set value and end the
adjustment ( goes out and the
settings are saved) or go to the
next time ( is still displayed).
→ To set each additional time, repeat
steps c), d) and e).
Fig. 15: Adjustment of the 1078-2
Function Values to be set
on
T
off
• the delay T
off
( )
• the pulse T
on
( )
T
off
T
on
• the pulse Ton ( )
• the duration T
off
( )
on
T
off
• the duration T
on
( )
• the duration T
off
( )
off
• the duration T
off
( )
• the duration T
on
( )
on
T
off
the pulse Ton ( )
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Function Values to be set
T
off
• the pulse Ton1 ( )
• the duration T
off
( )
• the duration T
on
2 ( ).
on
T
off1Toff
2
• the delay T
off
1 ( )
• the duration T
on
( )
• the duration T
off
2 ( ).
T
on
= ON duration of the valve
T
off
= OFF duration of the valve
Fig. 16: Operating modes
Symbols chosen at the
Settings level
The reset occurs...
No reset.
when the ON/OFF contact is
opened.
when the ON/OFF contact is
closed.
when the ON/OFF contact is
closed but the parametered
cycle only begins when the ON/
OFF contact is opened.

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Symbols chosen at the
Settings level
The reset occurs...
No reset.
when the ON/OFF contact is
closed.
when the ON/OFF contact is
opened.
at each change of state of the
ON/OFF contact.
Fig. 17: Possible resets
h m s Setting range for the time
00:00h to 9999h
00:00h to 99h:59min.
00:00min. to 199min.:59s
00:00s to 199s:99
Fig. 18: Time units and associated setting ranges
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10. MAINTENANCE AND
TROUBLESHOOTING
10.1. Safety information
danger
Risk of injury due to electrical voltage.
• Shut down the electrical power source of all the conductors and isolate it before carrying out work on the
system.
• Observe all applicable accident protection and safety
guidelines for electrical equipment.
Warning
Risk of injury due to non-conforming maintenance.
• Maintenance must only be carried out by qualified and
skilled staff with the appropriate tools.
• Guarantee a defined or controlled restarting of the
process subsequent to any intervention on the device.
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10.2. Maintenance and cleaning
note
The device may be damaged by the cleaning
product.
• Clean the device with a cloth slightly dampened with
water or a cleaning product compatible with the materials from which it is made.
Please feel free to contact your Bürkert supplier for any
additional information.
11. SPARE PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES
caution
Risk of injury and/or damage by the use of incorrect
parts.
Incorrect accessories and unsuitable spare parts may
cause injuries and damage the device and the surrounding area.
• Use only original accessories and original spare parts
from Bürkert.
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12. PACKAGING, TRANSPORT
note
Damage due to transport
Transport may damage an insufficiently protected device.
• Transport the device in shock-resistant packaging and
away from humidity and dirt.
• Avoid the effects of heat and cold, which could cause
the storage temperature range to be exceeded.
13. STORAGE
note
Poor storage can damage the device.
• Store the device in a dry place away from dust.
• Ambient storage temperature: -10 to +60 °C.