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Area of application for the manual
This technical manual is intended for service personnel in the gas supply and gas
distribution industry who have received corresponding training and who possess technical
knowledge of the applicable technical rules and regulations as well as any higher level or
operational requirements. Some examples are specialists or employees who have been
trained in accordance with DVGW regulations G 492 and G 495 and are designated as
qualified experts.
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Basic safety instructions
Requirements for personnel
Work on the gas lines may only be carried out by suitable, reliable and trained personnel.
Operating personnel must be trained and authorized for their assigned tasks by the system
operator. Protective measures must be defined based on a risk assessment carried out in
accordance with Article 5 of the German Occupational Safety Act (ArbSchG).
Intended use
MQMe Quantometers are designed for the measurement of the volume of combustible
gases in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd families of gases (natural gas, town gas, propane, butane,
other combustible gases), processed and purified biogas and air, as well as other inert,
non-aggressive and non-explosive gases, that are used during operation. Depending on
the design of the meter, the permissible operating pressure range is up to 20 bar at a gas
temperature of between -20°C and +55°C.
The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from improper or inappropriate use.
Occupational safety
Wear the personal protective equipment stipulated by the applicable national regulations
when working on the meter.
Operational safety
The meter may only be operated in a technically flawless and operationally safe condition.
The operator is responsible for ensuring the operational safety of the device.
Product safety
The meter was manufactured and tested according to the latest technological standards. It
fulfills all legal requirements and complies with the relevant EC Directives. The
manufacturer declares this conformity by attaching the CE mark to the meter.
The meter left the factory in perfect condition. A manufacturer’s warranty is only provided
if the meter is installed and operated in accordance with the operating instructions.
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