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General remarks
The level switch described in these operating instructions is designed using the latest standards, guidelines and findings.
During the manufacturing processes, all components are subject to our high quality and environmental criteria. For this
purpose, we maintain certified management systems according to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. For the special
requirements of devices for intended use in potentially explosive atmospheres, we maintain a management system
according to ISO 80079-34.
1.1 Purpose of this manual
These operating instructions contain basic instructions that must be followed for the installation, operation and
maintenance of the device. It must be read by the installer, the operator and the specialist personnel responsible for the
device before the device is installed and commissioned. These operating instructions must always be available at the
place of use.
The following sections on general safety instructions 2 as well as the following special instructions on intended use 2.2
to disposal 0 contain important safety instructions, the non-observance of which may
cause health and safety hazards
to people, in particular to workers, and possibly to domestic and farm animals, as well as property.
1.2 Symbols
Warning.
...indicates a potentially hazardous situation, the non-observance of which
may cause hazards to
the health and safety of people, especially workers, and possibly to domestic and farm animals,
as well as property
.
Information.
... highlights important information for efficient and trouble-free operation.
1.3 Limitation of liability
Improper use of the equipment, failure to observe the operating instructions, use of unqualified personnel for installation
and maintenance work, or unauthorized modifications to this equipment will inevitably result in the loss of liability claims
against the equipment manufacturer.
1.4 Copyright
These operating instructions may only be reproduced and passed on as a complete document without the special
consent of the publisher.
Subject to technical changes.
1.5 Warranty
For the product described here we grant warranty according to § 6 warranty for defects, in our General Terms and
conditions of delivery and payment
.
1.6 Manufacturer address, customer service
Ashcroft Instruments GmbH
Max Planck Street 1
D-52499 Baesweiler
Tel.: +49 (0) 2401/808-888
Fax.: +49 (0) 2401/808-999
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