SMC Networks VEX5 Series, VEX55 Series, VEX59 Series, VEX57 Series Operation Manual

Doc. no. VEX∗∗∗∗-OMA0019-C

PRODUCT NAME

Economy Valve

MODEL / Series / Product Number

VEX5 Series

Contents

Safety Instructions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2, 3

Design / Selection ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Mounting ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Piping -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Wiring ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Lubrication ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Air Supply -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5, 6

Operating environment --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

Maintenance ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

Specific Product Precautions ------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 to 9

Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10, 11

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Warning

Danger

Warning

1. The comp ati bil ity of the product is t he resp on sibi l ity of the perso n who des ig ns th e eq ui pme n t or

4. Contact SMC beforehand and take special consideration of safety measures if the product is to

Safety Instructions

These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage.
These instructions indicate the level of potential haz ar d with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “ Dan ger .”
They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards
(ISO/IEC)*1) , and other safety regulations.

*1) ISO 4414: Pneumatic flu id power -- General rules relating to systems.

ISO 4413: Hydraulic fluid power -- General rules relating to sys tems.
IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery -- Electrical equipment of machines .(Part 1: General requirements)
ISO 10218: Manipulating industrial robots -Safety.
etc.

Caution

Warning

Danger

Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result

in minor or moderate injury.

indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

decides its speci f i cat i ons.

Since the product specified here is used under various operating conditions, its compatibility with specific
equipment mus t be decided by the person who desig ns the equ ipment or dec ides its specificatio ns based o n
necessary analysis and test results.
The expected performance and safety assurance of the equipment will be the responsibility of the person who
has determined its compatibility with the product.
This person should also continuously review all specifications of the product referring to its latest catalog
information, with a view to giving due consideration to any possibility of equipment failure when configuring the
equipment.

2. Only personne l with appropriate training should operate mac hinery and equipm ent.

The product specified here may become unsafe if handled incorrectly.
The assembly, operation and maintenance of machines or equipment including our products must be
performed by an operator who is appropriately trained and experienced.

3. Do not service or attempt to remove product and machinery /equipment until safety is confirmed.

1.The inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after measures to
prevent falling or runaway of the driven objects have been confirmed.

2.When the product is to be removed, confirm that the safety measures as mentioned above are implemented
and the power from any appropriate source is cut, and read and understand the specific product precautions
of all relevant products carefully.

3. Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent unexpected operation and malfunction.

be used in any of t he f oll owing conditions.

1. Conditions and environments outside of the given specifications, or use outdoors or in a place exposed to

direct sunlight.

2. Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railways, air navigation, space, shipping,

vehicles, military, medical treatment, combustion and recreation, or equipment in contact with food and
beverages, emergency stop circuits, clutch and brake circuits in press applications, safety equipment or
other applications unsuitable for the standard specifications described in the product catalog.

3. An application which could have negative effects on people, property, or animals requiring special safety
analysis.

4.Use in an interlock circuit, which requires the provision of double interlock for possible failure by using a
mechanical protective function, and periodical checks to confirm proper operation.

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Caution

beforehand and exchange

If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.

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warranty.

The use of SMC products with production equipment for the manufacture of weapons of mass

security laws and regulation of the countries involved in the transaction. Prior to the

ollowed.

Caution

Measurement instruments that SMC manufactures or sells have not been qualified by type approval tests

by the metrology

Safety Instructions

1. The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries.

The product herein described is basically provide d for peaceful use in manufact uring industries.
If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC
specifications or a contrac t if nec essar y.

Limited warranty and Disclaimer/Compliance Requirements

The product used is subject to the following “Limited warranty and Disclaimer” and “Compliance
Requirements”.
Read and accept them before using the product.

Limited warran ty and Disclaimer

1.The warranty period of the product is 1 year in service or 1.5 years after the product is
delivered,whichev er is first.
Also, the product may have specified durability, running distance or replacement parts. Please
consult your nearest sal es branch.

2. For any failur e or damage reported within the war r anty period whi ch is clearly our r es ponsibility,

a replacement product or necessary parts will be provided.

This limited war r anty applies only to our product independently, and not to any other damage

incurred due to the failure of the product.

3. Prior to using SMC products, please read and understand t he warranty terms and disclai m ers
noted in the specified catalog for the particular p r oducts.

2) Vacuum pads are excl uded from this 1 year warranty.

A vacuum pad is a consumabl e part, so it is warranted for a year after it is delivered.
Also, even withi n t he warranty period, the wear of a product due to t he use of the vacu um
pad or failure due to the deterioration of rubber material are not covered by the limited

Compliance Requirem e nts

2)

1.
destruction(WMD) or any other weapon is strict ly prohibited.

2. The exports of SMC products or technology from one country to another are governed by the
relevant
shipment of a SMC product to another country, assure th at all loca l rules governing that export

are known and f

SMC products are not intended for use as in st ruments for legal metrology.

relevant to the metrology (measurement) laws of each country.
Therefore, SMC products cannot be used for business or certification ordained
(measurement) laws of ea ch country.

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