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Operating Instructions
BA 7020
Technical specifications subject to change without notice
Copyright according to ISO 16016
BA_7020_00_EN_MJ_4917
1.3 Personnel
Only qualified personnel may operate this positioner or work in its vicinity. Qualified personnel are individuals who
are familiar with the set-up, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the positioner and possess
the required qualification for their activity. The required or prescribed qualifications include, amongst others:
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Training / instruction and the authorization to switch electric circuits and devices / systems on and off in
accordance with EN 60204 (DIN VDE 0100 / 0113) and the technical safety standards.
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Training or instruction in accordance with the technical safety standards for the maintenance and use of
appropriate safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
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Explosion-protected versions of this device are to be operated only by personnel having undergone special
training or instructions or being authorized to work on explosion-protected devices in hazardous areas.
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First aid training.
Always work safely and never perform any work which might present a hazard to persons or damage the actuator
or other property in any way.
1.4 Before starting work
Prior to starting any kind of work, check that the types specified here are identical with the specifications on the
name plate of the positioner:
Baelz 7020
1.5 During operation
Safe operation can only be ensured if transport, storage, assembly, operation and maintenance procedures are
performed in compliance with the safety requirements, and are performed properly and competently.
1.5.1 Transport, installation and mounting
Observe the general installation and safety regulations for heating, ventilating, air conditioning and piping. Use
tools properly and competently. Wear the required personal and other protective equipment.
1.5.2 Service and maintenance
Prior to maintenance or repair, make sure that the positioner is disconnected from the power supply by qualified
personnel in accordance with DIN VDE standards. The positioner requires no maintenance. However, we
recommend checking the proper function of the positioner at least once a year.
For maintenance, the cover of the actuator has to be removed. Apart from this, no regular maintenance is
necessary.
1.6 Working environment
Please observe the information regarding working environment given in the specifications, chapter
