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Considerations before you install
Install the transmitter where it is protected from ultraviolet radiation to
prevent long-term degradation of the plastics used in its construction (e.g.
shrouded from direct sunlight).
Note
See also
for special conditions for safe use.
General
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Installation must be carried out by suitably trained personnel in
accordance with the applicable code of practice.
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If the equipment is likely to come into contact with aggressive
substances, it is the responsibility of the user to take suitable precautions
that prevent it from being adversely affected, thus ensuring that the type
of protection is not compromised.
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Aggressive substances are acidic liquids or gases that may attack metals
or solvents that may affect polymeric materials.
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Suitable precautions are regular checks as part of routine inspections, or
establishing, from the material's data sheet, that it is resistant to specific
chemicals.
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The equipment should only be cleaned with a damp cloth; do not use
solvents.
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The transmitter is double insulated, and therefore protective earthing is
not required. However, the cable screen should be connected (see
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Note that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection afforded by the equipment may be
impaired.
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This transmitter is classified Type A in accordance with the European
EMC directive 2004/108/EC. To ensure electro-magnetic compatibility,
in any member state, it should not be installed in a residential area.
Note
It is not advisable to mount the transmitter in close proximity to a source of
electrical noise such as a variable-speed drive, or other high-powered
electrical device.
Environmental
The Rosemount 3107 and 3108 ultrasonic transmitters are Intrinsically Safe
(IS) approved for hazardous area installations.
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