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2 For your safety
VEGAPULS 61 • Profibus PA
28444-EN-141215
2.6 CE conformity
The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide-
lines. By affixing the CE marking, we confirm successful testing of the
product.
You can find the CE Certificate of Conformity in the download section
of our homepage.
2.7 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
accepted as the standard in field instrumentation.
The device fulfills the requirements of the following NAMUR recom-
mendations:
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NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
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NE 43 – Signal level for malfunction information from measuring
transducers
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NE 53 – Compatibility of field devices and display/adjustment
components
For further information see www.namur.de.
2.8 FCC/IC conformity (only for USA/Canada)
VEGAPULS sensors with all antenna versions are FCC/IC approved.
Modifications not expressly approved by VEGA will lead to expiry of
the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
VEGAPULS 61 is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC directives and
fulfills the RSS-210 regulations. Note the corresponding regulations
for operation:
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The instrument must not cause any interfering emissions
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The device must be insensitive to interfering immissions, including
those that may cause undesirable operating conditions
According to chapter "
Dimensions
" of this operating instructions
manual, the instrument is designed for operation with an antenna with
a max. amplification of 33 dB. The instrument must not be operated
with antennas not listed therein or those having an amplification of
more than 33 dB. The required antenna impedance is 50 Ω.
2.9 Safety instructions for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and op-
eration in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the operating
instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved instruments.
2.10 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties.
That is why we have introduced an environment management system
with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro-
tection. The environment management system is certified according
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
