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Operating Instructions BioPAT
®
Xgas
Safety Instructions
2.4 Limitations of Use and
Misuse
Danger of malfunctions and damage to the
sensor under impermissible measuring
conditions!
The BioPAT
®
Xgas is not designed according to
the ATEX Directive.
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Do not use the sensor
−
in flammable or explosive atmospheres or
with such gases!
−
in gases with polymers or silicone
components
−
in gases with halogens like F, Cl, Br etc.,
CFC
−
in gases with SOx and H2S.
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Prevent water or humidity (RH <75%) from
entering into the sensor when the sensor is
switched on.
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Dry the sensor when humidity condenses in
the exhaust line and condensate has entered
into the sensor.
The BioPAT
®
Xgas is unsuitable for use as safety
equipment for system gas monitoring or as a gas
warning device. This constitutes misuse.
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