FRS 7../6 & FRS 5...

Gas Pressure Regulator USA CDN

Installation Instructions

Table of Contents
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1 Repair Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Attention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Lock-up Pressure Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Regulator Orifice Diameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Mounting Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Mounting & Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
Pressure Tap Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
Outlet Pressure Spring Selection . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Breather Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Vent Limiting Device & Vent Line Connection Page 7
External Impulse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Outlet Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8
Spring Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8
Flow Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9
Accessories & Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
Approvals
FRS 7../6 series are CSA Certified: ANSI Z21.18/CSA 6.3.
FRS 5... series are CSA Certified: ANSI Z21.18/CSA 6.3.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Approved Product Approval code G1-1107-35

Attention
The installation and maintenance On completion of work on the
of this product must be done Safety pressure regulator, perform a
under the supervision of an ex-
first leakage and function test.

O.K.
perienced and trained specialist.
Never perform work if gas pres-
sure or power is applied, or in
the presence of an open flame.
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Please read the instruction be- This product is intended for

fore installing or operating. Keep IFGC installations covered by, but
the instruction in a safe place. You CSA not limited to, the following
find the instruction also at www. UL codes and standards: NFPA 37,
dungs.com If these instructions ANSI NFPA  86, NFPA 54, CSD-1, UL
are not heeded, the result may NFPA 795, ANSI Z83.4, ANSI Z83.18,
be personal injury or damage to ANSI Z21.13, CSA B149.1, CSA
property. B149.3 and CSA B149.6.
Any adjustment and application-
specific adjustment values must
be made in accordance with
the equipment manufacturers Breather
instructions. plug

Breather
hole
Explanation of symbols
1, 2, 3 ... = Action
• = Instruction Never close Breather hole!
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Specification
FRS The FRS series balance type, pressure regulator is a spring-loaded pressure regulator with adjustable setpoint
spring and an internal sensor for regulating output pressure.

Max. Operating Pressure (MOP) Ambient / Fluid Temperature

7 PSI (500 mbar) for FRS 7../6 series. °F FRS 7../6 series:
+160
10 PSI (680 mbar) for special versions • +5 °F to +160 °F for up to 7 or
of FRS 7../6 series (see P/N’s below). 10 PSI, depending on model, for
0
7 PSI (500 mbar) for FRS 5... Flanged -40 regulating behavior
[PSI] series. (+/- 10 % of setpoint)
5 PSI (350 mbar) applies to the CSA • CSA Certified for -40°F to +160 °F:
Certification for FRS 7../6 and for FRS Diaphragms are suitable for the low
5... Flanged series. temperature, but there may be out
of range regulating behavior.
Output pressure range
Adjustable with different springs FRS 5... Flanges series:
1 to 80 in. W.C. • +5 °F to +160 °F (-15 °C to +70 °C)
for up to 7 PSI.
Maximum pressure drop and gas Gases
velocity Dry, natural gas, propane, butane;
The maximum pressure drop is lit- other noncorrosive gases. Suitable
mited by the celocity of the gas. Do not Gas for up to 0.1% by volume, dry H2S.
exceed a gas velocity of 30 meters/s. A “dry” gas has a dew point lower
than +15 °F and its relative humidity
is less than 60 %.
Materials in contact with Gas
Housing: Aluminum & Steel
Seals & Diaphragm: NBR-based
rubber.

Vent Limiting Device and Vent Line Droop and Hysteresis

Connection Hysteresis is less than 10 % for up
The FRS/6 has an internal, factory to 7 PSI inlet.
installed vent limiter, which limits Average droop at 20:1 turndown is
the escape of gas to less than 0.5 10 % for up to 7 PSI.
CFH @ 5 PSI in case atmospheric Lock-up Rating
diaphragm ruptures. Vent limiting • The FRS meets the ANSI Z.21.80/
device also complies with EN 88-1 & CSA 6.22 as Class I, which allows
ISO 23551-2.Venting required unless lockup rating not more than 150 %
otherwise accepted by the authority or 5 in. W.C, whichever is greater.
having jurisdiction. • The FRS meets EN 88-1 as SG30,
which allows lock-up as high as
+30 % of the outlet pressure.
• See Lock-up Pressure Param-
eters on page 3 for more details.

Body Size Size Order No. 7 PSI max. Order No. 10 PSI max.

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FRS 705/6 1/2“ NPT 229595 269318
FRS 707/6 3/4“ NPT 229608 267003
FRS 710/6 1“ NPT 229609 267005
FRS 712/6 1 1/4“ NPT 229610 267007
FRS 715/6 1 1/2“ NPT 229611 267009
FRS 720/6 2“ NPT 229612 267011
FRS 725/6 2 1/2“ NPT 229613 269324
FRS 730/6 3“ NPT 229614 269327
FRS 5040 (internal pulse) 1 1/2“ DN (ISO) Flanged 065144 not available
FRS 5050 (internal pulse) 2“ DN (ISO) Flanged 065151 not available
FRS 5065 (internal pulse) 2 1/2“ DN (ISO) Flanged 058792 not available
FRS 5080 (internal pulse) 3“ DN (ISO) Flanged 079681 not available
FRS 5100 (internal pulse) 4“ DN (ISO) Flanged 082552 not available
FRS 5125 (internal pulse) 5“ DN (ISO) Flanged 013250 not available
FRS 5150 (internal pulse) 6“ DN (ISO) Flanged 013268 not available 2 … 10
 Lock-up Pressure Parameters
Per ANSI Z21.80, lock-up is defined as an outlet pressure not Per DUNGS, lock-up is +30 % of the outlet pressure set-
more than 150 % or 5 in. W.C, whichever is greater, above the ting after downstream shutoff valve slowly closes within 30
setpoint after a downstream safety shutoff valve closes with 2 seconds. Therefore, in a given application, a lockup greater
seconds, and the two following conditions exists: than +30 % or 5 in. W.C could occur, depending out the inlet
pressure, the outlet pressure of the regulator, the flow rate of
1. outlet pressure is set to the highest set point of the spring, the regulator, and the pipe volume downstream the regulator
and and upstream the safety shutoff valve.
2. the regulator is set to maximum capacity or flow at which
the regulator will control lockup pressure within the ac- If in a given application the lock-up pressure is too high,
ceptable limits. employing one or more of the following should reduce the
lock-up pressure:
This means that in a given application, a lockup greater than 1. Increase the size of the regulator.
150 % or 5 in. W.C could occur, depending out the inlet pres- 2. Increase the pipe volume downstream the regulator and
sure, the outlet pressure of the regulator, the flow rate of the upstream the safety shutoff valve.
regulator, and the pipe volume downstream the regulator and 3. Decrease the inlet pressure.
upstream the safety shutoff valve. 4. Decrease the oulet pressure.
5. Reduce the flow rate.
6. Disconnect vent line, if installed.

Regulator Orifice Diameters

Regulator Type Orifice Diameter (mm)

FRS 705/6 28.0
FRS 707/6 34.0
FRS 710/6 39.0
FRS 712/6 43.5
FRS 715/6 43.5
FRS 720/6 57.5
FRS 725/6 68.0

Mounting Preparation
Mounting Preparation FRS 7../6 & FRS 5... Flanged
• The main gas supply must be shut off before starting the
installation.
• Carefully examine the unit for shipping damage.
• Remove all dirt and debris before installing.
• Failure to remove dirt/debris could result in damage or
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improper performance.

Recommended Mounting Procedure

Regulator dome from vertically upright to horizontal

If the flow is not in the same direction of the

arrows, the regulator will not operate properly.
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 Mounting & Installation
Procedure to Mount the FRS 7../6 • After installation is complete, perform a leak test using a
• Install the FRS.../6 with the gas flow matching the direction soapy water solution.
indicated by the arrows on the casting.
Quickly opening the inlet manual shutoff valve
• Mount the FRS.../6 with the regulator dome vertical or
can permanently rupture the internal, balanc-
horizontal.
ing diaphragm.
• Use new, properly reamed and NPT threaded pipe free of
chips. • Install the FRS 5... with the gas flow matching the direction
• Apply good quality pipe sealant, putting a moderate amount indicated by the arrows on the casting.
on the male threads only. If using LP gas, use pipe sealant • Mount the FRS 5... with the regulator dome vertical or
rated for use with LP gas. horizontal.
• Do not thread pipe too far. FRS.../6 distortion and/or mal- • Insert seal inbetween flanges.
function may result from excess pipe in the valve body. • Insert bolts, tighten in a star pattern to ensure uniform tight-
• Apply counterpressure with a parallel jaw wrench only to ness.
the flats of the FRS.../6 when installing pipe. • Do not overtighten bolts. Follow the maximum torque values
• Do not overtighten the pipe. Follow the maximum torque listed.
values listed. • After installation is complete, perform a leak test using a
soapy water solution.

FRS 7../6 Threaded Series FRS 5... Flanged Series

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Bolts: as per DIN 939
Tmax [Ib-in] 443
NPT 1/2” 3/4” 1” 11/4” 11/2” 2” 21/2” 3”
pipe
Tmax 443 560 750 875 940 1190 1310 1310 NOTE: There are no limits for required pipe lengths
[Ib-in] immediately downstream of the FRS.

Do not overtorque threaded connection or If the flow is not in the same direction as the
bolts. Permanent damage will occur. arrows, the FRS will not operate properly.

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 Pressure Tap Connections
Pressure Taps - FRS 7../6 Threaded Version

1 Vent/breather connection
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, G 1/2 in. Field mountable
adapter for vent
2 External feedback pressure connection connection
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in. - one side. G 1/4 to 1/4“ NPT
Order No. 231944
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, G 1/4 in. - both sides. G 1/2 to 1/2“ NPT
Order No. 231945
3 Upstream pressure connection
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, 1/4 in. NPT - one side.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in. - one side.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, 1/4 in. NPT - both sides.

4 Downstream pressure connection

FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, 1/4 in. NPT - one side.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6 1/4 in. NPT - both sides.

Pressure Taps - FRS 5... Flanged Version

FRS Flanged
1 Vent/breather connection
FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, G 1/2 in.

2 External feedback pressure connection

FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, both sides G 1/4 in. Field mountable
adapter for vent
See caution below. connection
G 1/4 to 1/4“ NPT
3 Upstream pressure connection Order No. 231944
FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, both sides G 1/4 in. G 1/2 to 1/2“ NPT
Order No. 231945

4 Downstream pressure connection

FRS 5100 - 5125, both sides G 1/4 in.
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When using external feeback pressure connec-

tion, the internal feedback tube must be sealed
with RTV.

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 Outlet Pressure Spring Selection
Outlet Pressure Spring Selection (outlet pressure values are for horizontal pipe mounting)
The output pressure is controlled by the force of the adjustable spring. The pressure regulator is supplied with the blue
spring No. 4. By exchanging springs, other output pressures can be attained. Subtract 1”W.C. when mounted vertically.

Spring Range (W.C.) 1 to 3.6 2 to 5 2.8 to 8 4 to 12 10 to 22 12 to 28 24 to 40 40 to 60 60 to 80

Spring color brown white orange blue red yellow black pink grey
Not CSA Standard Not CSA

FRS 705/6 229817 229818 229820 229821 229822 229823 229824 229825 229826
FRS 707/6 229833 229834 229835 229836 229837 229838 229839 229840 229841
FRS 710/6 229842 229843 229844 229845 229846 229847 229848 229849 229850
FRS 712/6, 715/6, 229851 229852 229853 229854 229869 229870 229871 229872 229873
5040
FRS 720/6 & 5050 229874 229875 229876 229877 229878 229879 229880 229881 229882
FRS 725/6, 730/6, 229883 229884 229885 229886 229887 229888 229889 229890 229891
5065, 5080
FRS 5100 229892 229893 229894 229895 229896 229897 229898 229899 229900
FRS 5125 229901 229902 229903 229904 229905 229906 229907 229908 243416
FRS 5150 229909 229910 229911 229912 229914 229915 229916 243417

Breather Plug
• All FRS’s have a breather plug that threads into the regula-
tors’s vent connection.

Do not removed plastic breather plug unless
venting outdoors is required.
This plug is not the vent limiter, and it prevents debris from
entering the upper chamber of the regulator. Debris in the
upper chamber of the regulator could adversly affect regula-
tor performance.
• The FRS regulator must also be able to exchange air through
the breather hole in order to properly regulate. Do not plug
the breather hole. Clear out if necessary.

Breather
plug
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Breather
hole

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 Vent Limiting Device & Vent Line Connection
Vent Limiting Device
The FRS/6 series regulator contains an internal, factory in-
stalled vent limiting device, which limits the escape of gas to
less than 0.5 CFH @ 5 PSI in case atmospheric diaphragm
ruptures. Venting required unless accepted by the authority
having jurisdiction.
Vent Line Requirements
• Follow the local code for vent sizing and termination re-
quirements. In the absence of local codes, follow National
Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54, the International Fuel Gas Code
or the CSA B149.1 installation code for venting require-
ments.
• Terminate the vent to an approved location.
• At the point of termination, the vent line must be protected
from insects and water intrusion. It is highly recommend
to install an insect screen and terminate the pipe with the
exit facing downwards to prevent rain water from entering.
NOTE: For appliances using direct spark ignition, DUNGS
recommends using the FRS’s factory installed, internal vent
limiting device rather than installing a vent line.Vent lines
can cause resistance or even feedback pressures that
increase the lock-up pressure, potentially leading to hard
light-offs or even damaging the appliance.
Installation Procedure
• If venting the regulator, the vent line is to be connected to
the upper dome of the FRS regulator as illustrated.
• Remove the beather plug.
• On indoor installations requiring venting outdoors, run the
piping as short and as direct as possible.
• The vent connecton is G 1/4 for FRS 705/6 to FRS 710/6 and
In the absence of venting codes and where vent-
G 1/2 for FRS 712/6 to FRS 730/6 and for all ISO flanged
ing is required, each regulator must be vented
regulators. G 1/4 to 1/4”NPT adapters are available:
separately from all other vents.
(Order No. 231944) and G 1/2 to 1/2 NPT (Order No. 231945).

External Impulse
• When it is desirable to use the external impluse as the feed- • The external impulse must be properly terminated and made
back for the regulator, the internal impluse must be plugged. of a durable, metal material that is suitable for gas service.
Seal the interal impulse connection with a silicone or RTV
sealant suitable for exposure to natural gas, propane, or
butane.
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External
Impulse
Internal Impulse
Connection

Silicone or RTV sealant

The external impulse must terminate back into

the gas piping at a point that is upstream two
safety shutoff valves in series.
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 Outlet Pressure Adjustment
Adjusting the FRS outlet pressure Cover
1. Verify that the intended output pressure is within the spring
range that is installed in the regulator by comparing the
- + Outlet pressure adjustment
colored outlet pressure label with the table on page 6. CCW reduces outlet pressure
2. Remove the black cover. CW increases outlet pressure
3. To increase outlet pressure, turn the adjustment spindle
Top View
clockwise. To decrease the outlet pressure, turn the adjust-
ment spindle counterclockwise.
4. Always use an accurate pressure gauge connected down-
stream of the regulator to measure the actual outlet pres-
sure as the FRS is mounted in the operating position.
5. Reinstall the black adjustment cover.
6. To prevent unauthorized adjustment, holes in the black
cover and the side of the regulator can be used to secure
a lead seal.

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Spring Replacement
• Remove the adjustment cover.
• Completely release the spring tension by turning the
adjustment spindle completely counterclockwise with a
screwdriver, and remove the aluminum cap.
• Remove existing spring and insert new spring.

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• Re-install the adjusment cover, and apply the new outlet Adjustment cover
pressure label provided with new outlet pressure range
onto the name plate. Adjustment spindle for
• Reinstall the adjustment cover. outletpressure adjustment

Never have your head above or near Aluminum Cap. Turn only to remove
outlet pressure spring
the aluminum cap when removing
regulator spring. The spring tension
can be high enough to rapidly eject
Spring
the aluminum cap with a large force.

Breather plug

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 Flow Curve
Flow Curve (mechanically open) Using Natural Gas.

DN 150 (6”)
DN 100 (4”)

DN 125 (5”)
NPT 2 1/2”
DN 50 (2”)
NPT 1 1/2
NPT 1 1/4
NPT 1/2

NPT 3/4

NPT 1

NPT 2”

NPT 3”
DN 65

DN 80
100
80

60
50
40

30
Pressure Drop (in . W.C.)

20

10
8

6
5
4

100 200 300 400 600 800 1000 2000 4000 6000 10,000 20,000 40,000 60,000 100,000 200,000 300,000

Flow of Natural Gas (cubic feet/hr)

Sizing an FRS for an application

1) Based on desired maximum flow rate, intersect the FRS flow curve and determine corresponding pressure drop.
2) Select a spring in the table on page 6 that fits within the desired outlet pressure for the application.
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3) Add the desired outlet pressure to the pressure drop determined in step one above. The sum of these is the required
minimum inlet pressure to achieve the desired maximum flow rate.

Example of sizing an FRS for an application

1) Desired maximum flow rate = 2,000 CHF and desired outlet pressure = 12”WC
2) From table on page 6, either the blue, red or yellow spring will work, because 12” of W.C. is within the range of these
springs.
3) 2000 CFH intersects the following curves and corresponding flow rates
FRS 707 = 16” of W.C. drop
FRS 710 = 6.5” of W.C. drop
FRS 712 = 2.7” of W.C. drop
FRS 715 = 1.8 “ of W.C. drop
Adding 12” to these values gives the following minimum inlet pressures required to achieve the flow rate up to 2000
CFH with 12” of W.C. outlet pressure.
FRS 707 requires minimum inlet pressure of 28” (16” + 12” ) of W.C.
FRS 710 requires minimum inlet pressure of 18.5” (6.5” + 12” ) of W.C.
FRS 712 requires minimum inlet pressure of 14.7” (2.7” + 12” ) of W.C.
FRS 715 requires minimum inlet pressure of 13.8” (1.8” + 12” ) of W.C.
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 Accessories & Replacement

FRS Flange Accessories

Body Size Flange # of Holes Flange Bolt size **Bolt ***Gasket
Description per Flange Order No. Order No. Order No.
FRS 5040 1 1/2“ ISO Flanged 4 227137 M16x55 135940 267463
FRS 5050 2“ ISO Flanged 4 227138 M16x65 135930 267464
FRS 5065 2 1/2“ ISO Flanged 4 227139 M16x65 135930 267464
FRS 5065 2 1/2“ ISO to NPT 4 243690 M16x65 135930 267464
FRS 5080 3“ ISO Flanged 8 227140 M16x65 135930 267466
FRS 5080 3“ ISO to NPT 8 243219 M16x65 135930 267466
FRS 5100 4“ ISO Flanged 8 227141 M16x65 135930 267467
FRS 5125 5“ ISO Flanged 8 227142 M16x75 148830 267468
FRS 5150 6“ ISO Flanged 8 227143 M20x80 135950 030403
* When a control is used alone, one mating flange is needed for each end, for a total of two flanges. When one control is bolted to another, such as
an FRS to a DMV dual modular safety valve, one mating flange is needed for each end, for a total of two flanges.
** Includes one bolt, one lock washer, and one nut.
*** One seal needed for each flange.

Repair Kits
Repair Kit Order No. Repair Kit Order No.
(contains all internal hardware to rebuild regulator) (contains all internal hardware to rebuild regulator)
FRS 705/6 Not available FRS 725/6 & 5065 068940
FRS 707/6 Not available FRS 5080 & 730/6 091868
FRS 710/6 Not available FRS 5100 091876
FRS 712/6, 715/6 & 5040 068924 FRS 5125 069005
FRS 720/6 & 5050 068932 FRS 5150 069013

CSA Range of Regulation (Flow Rates in CFH Natural Gas)

Spring color Outlet FRS 705/6 FRS 707/6 FRS 710/6 FRS 712/6 FRS 715/6 FRS 720/6 FRS 725/6,
Pressure 1/2 x 1/2 3/4 x 3/4 1x1 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 2 x 2 FRS 730/6
Range 2 1/2 x 3
White 2“ - 5“ 5 - 100 5 - 130 5 - 580 5 - 580 5 - 580 5 - 580 5 - 580

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Orange 2.8“ - 8“ 5 - 200 5 - 220 5 - 1,500 5 - 1,500 5 - 1,500 5 - 1,500 5 - 1,500
Blue 4“ - 12“ 5 - 300 5 - 350 5 - 1,700 5 - 1,700 5 - 1,800 5 - 2,000 5 - 2,000
Red 10“ - 22“ 5 - 500 5 - 600 5 - 2,000 5 - 2,100 5 - 2,200 5 - 2,400 5 - 2,400
Yellow 12“ - 28“ 5 - 600 5 - 700 5 - 2,200 5 - 2,300 5 - 2,500 5 - 2,700 5 - 2,700
Black 24“ - 44“ 5 - 700 5 - 850 5 - 3,000 5 - 3,200 5 - 3,500 5 - 3,700 5 - 3,700
Pink 40“ - 60“ 5 - 800 5 - 1,000 5 - 4,000 5 - 4,100 5 - 4,300 5 - 4,700 5 - 4,700
We reserve the right to make modifications in the course of technical development.

Karl Dungs, Inc. Karl Dungs GmbH & Co. KG

3890 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE P.O. Box 12 29
Suite 150 D-73602 Schorndorf, Germany
Blaine, MN 55449, U.S.A. Phone +49 (0)7181-804-0
Phone 763 582-1700 Fax +49 (0)7181-804-166
Fax 763 582-1799 e-mail info@dungs.com
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