Safety information
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2.1
General information
This device left the factory in a perfect state with regard to safety. To maintain this status and
to ensure safe operation of the device, note and follow the instructions and warnings in this
manual.
2.2
Laws and directives
Observe the provisions of the test certification valid for your country.
Electrical connection in potentially explosive atmospheres
When making electrical connections, observe the national regulations and laws for hazardous
areas valid for your country. In Germany, for example, the following apply:
● Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health
● Standard relating to the installation of electrical systems in hazardous areas DIN EN
60079-14 (previously VDE 0165, T1)
2.3
Qualified personnel
Qualified personnel are people who are familiar with the installation, mounting, commissioning,
and operation of the product. These people have the following qualifications:
● They are authorized, trained or instructed in operating and maintaining devices and systems
according to the safety regulations for electrical circuits, high pressures and aggressive as
well as dangerous media.
● For devices intended for use in explosive atmospheres: They are authorized, trained, or
instructed in working on electrical circuits for systems in potentially explosive atmospheres.
● They are trained or instructed in maintenance and use of appropriate safety equipment
according to the safety regulations.
● They should be trained in first aid.
Distributed I/O device 6DL2804-1xxxx & 6DL2804-2xxxx
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