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TEDS
A1813-1.1 en
HBM
Safety information
Appropriate use
The TEDS module is to be used only as an accessory for transducers in
conjunction with suitable measuring amplifiers. Use for any purpose other
than the above shall be deemed to be inappropriate.
In the interests of safety, the module must only be fitted and operated as
specified in the mounting instructions. It is also necessary to observe the
regulations for operating the transducer and the amplifier respectively. It is
also essential to observe the appropriate legal and safety regulations for the
application concerned during use.
General dangers of failing to follow the safety instructions
The TEDS module is a state of the art unit and as such is failsafe. The module
may give rise to dangers if it is inappropriately installed and operated by
untrained personnel.
Any person instructed to carry out the installation, commissioning,
maintenance or repair of the transducer, TEDS module and amplifier must
have read and understood the Operating Manual and in particular the
technical safety instructions.
Remaining dangers
The scope of supply and list of components provided with the TEDS module
cover only part of the scope of measurement technique. In addition,
equipment planners, installers and operators should plan, implement and
respond to the safety engineering considerations of measurement technology
in such a way as to minimize remaining dangers. Prevailing regulations must
be complied with at all times. There must be reference to the remaining
dangers connected with measurement technology.
Any risk of remaining dangers when working with the TEDS module is pointed
out in this introduction by means of the following symbols:
Symbol:
WARNING
Meaning:
Dangerous situation
Warns of a
potentially
dangerous situation in which failure to comply with
safety requirements
can
lead to death or serious physical injury.
