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SFIDK.PS.022.Q5.02
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Do
not
install the flowmeter such that it acts as a focus for pipeline stresses. External loading
is
not
taken into account during flowmeter design.
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Please aware about the risk of installing the sensor in a highly vibrating environment.
Parts may shake loose and the complete system must be monitored in that case.
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Flanges and joints as well as related pressure/temperature (p/t) classification has been
described in EN 1092-1. See ferrite steel group 1E1: table 15.
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During operation do
not
exceed the pressure and/or temperature ratings indicated on the data
label or in this Operating Manual.
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It is recommended that all installations include an appropriate safety valve and adequate
means for draining.
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Under the „Pressure Equipment Directive“ (PED), this product is a presssure accessory and
not approved for use as a safety accessory, as defined by the PED.
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DANGER
Do not unscrew the transducers during pipe operation (especially for DN 50 ... DN 80).
Battery operation:
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When battery operated, SITRANS FUS380 and FUE380 is not covered by the „Low Voltage
Directive“ (LVD). Hence, an installation can be considered in conformance with LVD, only
when the SITRANS FUS380 /FUE380 is connected to equipment conforming to LVD.
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Lithium batteries are primary power sources with high energy content. They are designed to
meet the highest possible safety standard. They may, however, present a potential hazard if
they are abused electrically or mechanically. This is in most circumstances associated with
the generation of excessive heat, where increased internal pressure may cause the cell to
rupture.
Thus the following basic precautions should be observed when handling and using lithium
batteries:
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Do not short-circuit, recharge, overcharge or connect with false polarity.
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Do not expose to temperature beyond the specified temperature range or incinerate the
battery.
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Do not crush, puncture or open cells or disassemble battery packs.
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Do not weld or solder to the body of the battery.
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Do not expose contents to water.
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Lithium batteries are regulated under United Nations Model Regulations on Transport of
Dangerous goods, UN document ST/SGAC.10-1,12
th
revised edition, 2001. UN no. 3091 class
9 covers lithium batteries packed with or inside the equipment. UN no. 3090 class 9 covers
transportation of batteries on their own.
Thus the following basic precautions should be followed when transporting lithium batteries:
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Transport only in special packaging with special labels and transportation documents.
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Exercise caution in handling, transportation and packaging in order to prevent short
circuiting of the batteries.
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The gross mass of the package is limited according to the type of transportation.
In general, a gross mass below 5 kg is acceptable for all forms of transportation.
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Remove the battery from transmitter before returning the flowmeter to Siemens for service or
warranty claim.