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Introduction
1.3 General information
ULTRAMAT 23
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Manual, 3/2016, A5E37100388-003
1.3 General information
This device left the factory in a safe and proper condition and has been tested. In order to
maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation of this product, it should only be used in
the manner described by the manufacturer. Furthermore, proper transportation, storage,
installation, operation and maintenance of the device are vital for ensuring correct and safe
operation.
This manual contains the information required for the intended use of the described product.
It is addressed to technically qualified personnel who are specially trained or who have the
relevant knowledge of automation technology (measuring and control systems).
Knowledge and technically correct implementation of the safety notes and warnings
contained in this manual are required for safe installation and commissioning, as well as for
safety during the operation and maintenance of the described product. Only qualified
personnel have the required professional knowledge for correctly interpreting the generally
valid safety notes and warnings in this manual in each specific case and to act accordingly.
This manual is an inherent part of the scope of delivery, despite the fact that it can be
ordered separately for logistic reasons.
Due to the variety of technical details, it is not possible to consider every single detail for all
versions of the described product and for every conceivable case in the set-up, operation,
maintenance and use in systems. For further information, or in the case of problems which
are not covered in enough detail in this document, please request the required information
from your local or responsible Siemens regional office.
Note
In particular, before using the device for new research and development applications, we
recommend that you first contact us to discuss the application in question.
1.4 Special information and warnings
This manual provides you with information on using, installing, operating, and maintaining
the device.
Pay particular attention to all special information and warnings. Information of this type is set
apart from the rest of the text and is marked with the corresponding pictograms. This
information provides you with useful tips and helps avoid maloperations.
1.5 Proper use
Proper use within the context of this manual, means that the product may be used only for
the applications described in the catalog or the technical description, and only in combination
with the equipment, components and devices of other manufacturers recommended or
permitted by Siemens.
The product described in this manual has been developed manufactured, tested and
documented in compliance with relevant safety standards. When the handling rules