1 Safety Notes
Correct use
Installation, commis-
sioning and operation
Operational safety
Returns
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Safety Notes
Safe and secure operation of the head transmitter can only be guaranteed if the
operating instructions and all safety notes contained are read, understood and followed.
1.1
Correct use
• The unit is a universal, presettable temperature transmitter for resistance thermometer
(RTD), thermocouple (TC) as well as resistance and voltage sensors. The unit is con-
structed for mounting in a field housing.
• The user cannot be held responsible for damage caused by misuse of the unit.
• Separate Ex documentation is contained in this operating manual for measurement
systems that are to mounted in hazardous areas. The installation conditions and the
connection values indicated in these instructions must be followed!
1.2
Installation, commissioning and operation
The unit is constructed using the most up-to-date production equipment and complies
to the safety requirements of the EU guidelines. However, if it is installed incorrectly or
is misused then certain application dangers can occur. Installation, wiring and
maintenance of the unit must only be done by skilled personnel who are authorised to
do so by the plant operator. Authorised personnel must have read and understood these
instructions and must also follow them to the letter. The plant operator must make sure
that the measurement system has been correctly wired to the connection schematics.
1.3
Operational safety
Hazardous areas
When installing the unit in a hazardous area the national safety requirements must be
met. Make sure that all personnel are trained in these areas. The measurement and
safety values must be followed in all these installations.
Technical advancement
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical data without notification if
this advances the technical development. Details regarding the validity and further
expansions to these instructions can be obtained from your nearest sales office.
1.4
Returns
When returning the unit for repair, please add a note describing both the failure and the
application.
On transport damage, please contact both the supplier and shipping agent.
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