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8 | Model 888 ATEX/IECEx Tail Gas Analyzer

Important Safety Information

Before working on the analyzer, read and understand the following

Notes, Warnings, and Cautions, regarding safety and other required infor-

mation.

Additional Notes, Warnings, and Cautions included in individual proce-

dures in this document (and in the analyzer User Manual) indicate special

conditions to consider during installation, before opening the analyzer

covers or doors, and while working on the analyzer.

High voltages are present in the analyzer housings. Always discon-

nect power and/or external power sources to the analyzer before open-

ing any covers or doors on the analyzer to check or perform mainte-

nance on any components within the enclosures.

If it is necessary to open the analyzer’s covers or doors while the cir-

cuits are live, first monitor the area for flammable gases and proceed

only when the area is safe.

When the Electronics Enclosure and/or other enclosures are open, take

appropriate precautions to avoid electrical shock. Hazardous voltages

are present inside.

All electrical connections, adjustments, or servicing of the analyzer

should be performed only by properly trained and qualified personnel.

All electrical connections, materials, and methods (plus all safety

standards and procedures) must be made in compliance with local

wiring regulations and electrical code for the hazardous area, as speci-

fied by the Owner Company, local electrical-inspection authority, and

National/EU regulations.

Follow appropriate regulatory and/or company procedures to lock out

the analyzer while working on the analyzer electronics.

Verify ground continuity of all equipment before applying power.

For electrical shock protection, the analyzer must be operated from

a grounded power source that has a securely connected protective

ground contact.

WARNING

Ametek 888 User Manual

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