SAFETY
Touchpoint Pro
Pt. No. 2400M2566_1_EN
5
Operating Manual
2 Safety Hazards, Warnings and Cautions
2.1
Safety
Incorrect set-up, maintenance, operation or modification of the Touchpoint Pro gas detection system
or its installation
may
constitute a serious hazard to the health and safety of personnel and their environment. It is therefore imperative that the
contents of this chapter are thoroughly understood by everyone who has access to the gas detection system or its
associated equipment.
When properly installed, fully-enclosed gas detection systems are rated IP65.
Standard systems may be installed in a Pollution Degree 2 (i.e. laboratory, office or control room) or Pollution Degree 3 (i.e.
unheated boiler room) environment as defined by IEC/UL/EN 61010–1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use.
In all cases, several hazards may be present when operating or servicing the equipment and extreme caution must be
exercised at all times. The hazards that may be encountered include:
•
Class 1 electrical hazards (AC 110/220 V, DC 18–32 V)
•
Mechanical hazards (Heavy components, swinging access doors)
•
Environmental hazards (toxic atmospheres)
•
Fire and Ignition hazards (Touchpoint Pro is
not
ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 certified, and cannot be used in flammable
atmospheres, or where oxygen concentrations >25% v/v O
2
)
2.1.1
Warnings and Cautions
Safety of this equipment is reinforced by the use of safety labels that are fixed to the equipment in a visible manner. The
type of safety labels used and their location is detailed in this chapter. In addition, specific hazards are detailed throughout
this manual.
The degree of seriousness of a hazard is indicated in this manual by the use of the following signal words (in red)
accompanied by a suitable hazard symbol:
DANGER
Indicates an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, is
extremely likely to result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
may result
in minor or moderate injury. It is also
used to alert the user against unsafe working practices and potential damage to equipment.