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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.ContextThis competency unit includes all common equipment used in the manufacturing industry and should be able to be applied to all equipment using fluid power control systems.This competency applies to all work environments and sectors within the manufacturing industry. It assumes an understanding of the operation of all relevant equipment and processes but does not necessarily require them to be used personally.ProceduresAll operations are performed in accordance with procedures.Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions, manufacturer information and relevant industry and government codes and standards. Tools and equipmentThis competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:pumpspressure controlsDCVs (directional control valves)flow control actuatorsaccumulatorsfiltersheat exchangersproportional, servo and cartridge valves.HazardsTypical hazards include:high pressures (hydraulic and pneumatic)hot surfaceshydraulic oil spills and leakagenoise.ProblemsRespond to/rectify 'non-routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems'.Distinguish between causes of faults such as:control system failureprocess conditionmaterialscomponent types.Typical process and product problems may include:loss of flow, power power failureoil leaks (internal and external)component malfunctionpoor maintenance proceduresregular maintenanceshutdownusing accumulator as emergency sourcemotor failure effect on cycle timepressure lossshort shotsloss of clamp pressureoil temperature.VariablesKey variables to be monitored include:oil levelstemperaturescavitation/aeration/noisecleanlinesspoor performancesafety aspects.