Basic Safety Instructions; Requirements For Personnel; Designated Use; Incorrect Use - Endress+Hauser FTW33 Betriebsanleitung

Liquipoint FTW33
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Basic safety instructions

2.1

Requirements for personnel

Personnel involved in installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must meet
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 starting work, read and understand the instructions in the manual and
supplementary documentation as well as the certificates (depending on the application)
• Follow instructions and comply with basic conditions
Operating personnel must meet the following requirements:
• Be instructed and authorized by the plant operator with regard to the requirements of the
task
• Follow the instructions in this manual
2.2

Designated use

The measuring device described in this manual may be used only as a point level switch for
liquids and foams. Incorrect use may pose a hazard. To ensure that the measuring device
remains in perfect condition during the operating time:
• Measuring devices must be used only for media to which the process-wetted materials have
an adequate level of resistance.
• The relevant limit values must not be violated, see TI01028F/00/EN.
2.2.1

Incorrect use

The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use.
Residual risks
Due to heat transfer from the process, the temperature of the electronics housing and the
assemblies contained therein may rise 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

Operational safety

Risk of injury!
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Operate the device in proper technical condition and fail-safe condition only.
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The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.
2.4

Product safety

This measuring device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet state-
of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a condition in which it
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