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3 Basic safety information
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Basic safety information
This safety information does not account for:
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Random events or incidents that may occur during installation, operation, and maintenance of the
device
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Local safety requirements; the operator is responsible for compliance with any such regulations, in-
cluding with regard to installation and maintenance specialists.
Risk of injury resulting from high pressure levels within the plant!
Before working on the system, switch off the pressure and bleed/empty the lines.
Risk of electric shocks!
Restrict the maximum operating voltage to DC 35 V if the unit is used in a humid environment or out-
doors.
Before working on the system or device, switch off the voltage and secure it so that it cannot switch on
again.
Always observe the relevant accident prevention regulations and safety requirements for electrical de-
vices.
Do not touch electronic components when they are live!
Risk of injury due to high fluid temperatures!
Always use safety gloves to touch the device.
Stop circulation of medium and empty the pipelines before disconnecting the process connections.
Risk of injury resulting from the type of medium!
When using dangerous media, always observe the specifications on the safety sheet and the relevant
accident prevention regulations.
General dangerous situations
Observe the following to protect against injuries:
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Do not use the device in potentially explosive areas.
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Do not use the device in an environment that is not compatible with the materials used to make the
device.
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Do not use any media that are not compatible with the materials used to make the device.
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Do not place the device under mechanical strain.
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Do not modify the device.
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Do not operate the system unsupervised.
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All installation and maintenance work must always be performed by authorized and qualified person-
nel using suitable tools.
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If the power supply is interrupted, the restart process must be defined or controlled.
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Always observe general technical rules when planning application of the device and when operating
it.
