3. Safety
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on operation contrary to
the intended use.
Operation in Ex areas
This diaphragm seal may only be used in hazardous areas after testing the complete
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measuring assembly including all flange connections. For further information, see website.
3.3 Improper use
WARNING!
Injuries through improper use
Improper use of the instrument can lead to hazardous situations and injuries.
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Any use beyond or different to the intended use is considered as improper use.
3.4 Responsibility of the operator
The instrument is used in the industrial sector. The operator is therefore responsible for
legal obligations regarding safety at work.
The safety instructions within these operating instructions, as well as the safety, accident
prevention and environmental protection regulations for the application area must be
maintained.
The operator is obliged to maintain the markings in a legible condition.
To ensure safe working on the instrument, the operating company must ensure
that suitable first-aid equipment is available and aid is provided whenever required.
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that the operating personnel are regularly instructed in all topics regarding work safety,
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first aid and environmental protection and know the operating instructions and in
particular, the safety instructions contained therein.
that the instrument is suitable for the particular application in accordance with its intend-
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ed use.
that the flange connections have been correctly designed and that the required tighten-
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ing torques of the screw connections are observed during mounting. The dependence of
a multitude of factors for the parts used (threaded bolts, nuts, sealings) and the respec-
tive applicable flange and sealing standards must be taken into account.
that personal protective equipment is available.
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Refrain from unauthorised modifications to the instrument.
Do not use diaphragm seal systems as a climbing aid.
WIKA additional operating instructions for diaphragm seal, model 990.45