
Doc. No.VG300***-OMH0006-A
PRODUCT NAME
Air operated valve
MODEL / Series / Product Number
VGA342R Series

Contents
Safety Instructions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2,3
Design/Selection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4
Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Wiring -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Lubrication -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Air source --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5,6
Operating Environment ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Maintenance and Inspection------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
Specific Product Precautions --------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Trouble shooting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Countermeasures ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
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These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage.
These instructions indicate the level of potential
They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards
and other safety regulations
General rules relating to systems
Manipulating industrial robots
product is the responsibility of the person who designs the equipment or
Since the product specified here is used under various operating conditions, its compatibility with specific
equipment must be decided by the person who
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
with appropriate training should operate machinery and equipment.
The product specified here may become unsafe if handled incorrectly.
The assembly, operation and maintenance of machines or equipment including our products must be
who is appropriately trained and experienced.
3. Do not service or attempt to remove product and machinery/equipment until safety is confirmed.
The inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after measures to
falling or runaway of the driven objects have been confirmed.
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
of all relevant products carefully.
Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent unexpected operation and malfunction.
4. Contact SMC beforehand and take special consideration of safety measures if the product
be used in any of the following conditions.
Conditions and environments outside of the given specifications, or use outdoors or in a place exposed to
Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railways, air
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.
An application which could have negative effects on people, property, or animals requiring special safety
Use in an interlock circuit, which
mechanical protective function, and periodical checks to confirm proper operation.
hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.”
indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
level of risk which, if not avoided, could
level of risk which, if not avoided,
designs the equipment or decides its specifications based on
navigation, space, shipping,
requires the provision of double interlock for possible failure by using a
(ISO/IEC)
*1) ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power --
ISO 4413: Hydraulic fluid power --
IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery --
ISO 10218-1992:
etc.
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,
Caution
Warning
Danger
result in
Danger
in death
.
relating to systems.
.
Electrical equipment of machines .(Part 1:
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moderate injury.
indicates a hazard with a medium
indicates a hazard with a high
serious injury.
will result
1. The compatibility of the
decides its specifications.
equipment.
2. Only personnel
performed by an operator
1.
prevent
2.
3.
1.
direct sunlight.
2.
3.
analysis.
4.
Warning
.
product precautions
is to
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The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries.
The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries.
in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications
If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer/Compliance Requirements
The product used is subject to the
Read and accept them before using the product.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer
the product is 1 year in service or 1
Also, the product may have specified durability, running distance or replacement parts. Please
consult your nearest sales branch.
For any failure or damage reported within the warranty
a replacement product or necessary parts will be provided.
This limited warranty applies only to our product independently, and not to any other damage
incurred due to the failure of the product.
Prior to using SMC products, please read and understand the warranty terms and disclaimers
noted in the specified catalog for the particular products.
Vacuum pads are excluded from this 1 year warranty.
A vacuum pad is a consumable part, so it
Also, even within the warranty period, the wear of a product due to the use of the vacuum
pad or failure due to the deterioration of rubber material are not covered by the limited
The use of SMC products with production equipment for the manufacture of weapons of mass
(WMD) or any other weapon is strictly prohibited.
The exports of SMC products
security laws and regulation
product to another country, a
in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications
following “Limited warranty and Disclaimer” and “Compliance
.5 years after the product is
period which is clearly our responsibility,
is warranted for a year after it is delivered.
one country to another are gove
of the countries involved in the transaction. Prior to the
ssure that all local rules gove
1.
If considering using the product
or a contract if necessary.
Requirements”.
1.The warranty period of
whichever is first.
2.
3.
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warranty.
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Compliance
Caution
delivered,
1.
destruction
2.
relevant
shipment of a SMC
are known and followed.
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