Basic Safety Instructions; Requirements For The Personnel; Designated Use; Incorrect Use - Endress+Hauser Liquiphant FTL31 Anleitung

Basic safety instructions

2 Basic safety instructions
2.1

Requirements for the personnel

The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must fulfill the
following requirements:
• Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this specific function and
task
• Are authorized by the plant owner/operator
• Are familiar with federal/national regulations
• Before beginning work, the specialist staff must have read and understood the instructions
in the Operating Instructions and supplementary documentation as well as in the
certificates (depending on the application)
• Following instructions and basic conditions
The operating personnel must fulfill the following requirements:
• Being instructed and authorized according to the requirements of the task by the facility' s
owner-operator
• Following the instructions in these Operating Instructions
2.2

Designated use

The measuring device described in these Operating Instructions may only be used as a level
limit switch for liquids. Incorrect use may pose a hazard. To ensure that the measuring device
remains in proper condition for the operation time:
• the measuring devices may only be used for media against which the process-wetted
materials are adequately resistant.
• the limit values in "Technical Data" must be observed.
2.2.1

Incorrect use

The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use.
Residual risks
Heat transfer from the process can heat up the electronics housing and the modules it
contains to up to 80 °C (176 °F) during operation.
Danger of burns from contact with surfaces!
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For elevated fluid temperature, ensure protection against contact to prevent burns.
2.3

Workplace safety

For work on and with the device:
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Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national
regulations.
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Switch off the supply voltage before connecting the device.
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