WIKA 4x2.30.1x0 Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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5 WIKA operating instructions pressure gauge, model 4 per ATEX
2080276.08 08/2019 EN/DE
EN
2. Safety
2. Safety
WARNING!
Before installation, commissioning and operation, ensure that the appropriate
instrument has been selected in terms of measuring range, design and specif-
ic measuring conditions.
Check the compatibility with the medium of the materials subjected to
pressure!
In order to guarantee the measurement accuracy and long-term stability
specified, the corresponding load limits must be observed.
▶ Non-observance can result in serious injury and/or damage to property.
Further important safety instructions can be found in the individual chapters of
these operating instructions.
2.1 Intended use
These pressure gauges are used for measuring pressure in hazardous areas of industrial
applications.
The instrument has been designed and built solely for the intended use described here, and
may only be used accordingly.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on operation contrary to
the intended use.
2.2 Responsibility of the operator
The instrument is used in the industrial sector. The operator is therefore responsible for legal
obligations regarding safety at work.
The safety instructions within these operating instructions, as well as the safety, accident
prevention and environmental protection regulations for the application area must be
maintained.
The operator is obliged to maintain the product label in a legible condition.
To ensure safe working on the instrument, the operating company must ensure
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that suitable first-aid equipment is available and aid is provided whenever required.
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that the operating personnel are regularly instructed in all topics regarding work safety,
first aid and environmental protection and know the operating instructions and in particu -
lar, the safety instructions contained therein.
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that the instrument is suitable for the particular application in accordance with its intended
use.
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that personal protective equipment is available.