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1 General remarks
The bourdon tube pressure gauge described in these operating instructions is designed using the latest standards,
guidelines and findings. During the manufacturing processes, all components are subject to our high quality and
environmental criteria. For this purpose, we maintain certified management systems according to ISO 9001 and ISO
14001. For the special requirements of devices for intended use in potentially explosive atmospheres, we maintain a
management system according to ISO 80079-34.
The source language of this technical documentation is English, all other languages are based on translations.
1.1 Purpose of this Manual
These operating instructions contain basic instructions that must be followed for the installation, operation and
maintenance of the device. It must be read by the installer, the operator and the specialist personnel responsible for the
device before the device is installed and commissioned. These operating instructions must always be available at the
place of use.
The following sections on general safety instructions 2 as well as the following special instructions on intended use 0 to
disposal contain important safety instructions, the non-observance of which may cause health and safety hazards to
people, in particular to workers, and possibly to domestic and farm animals, as well as property.
1.2 Symbols
Warning!
This indicates a possibly hazardous situation where failing to follow advice may result in risks to people,
animals, the environment and buildings.
Information!
This emphasizes key information for efficient, fault-free operation.
1.3 Limits of liability
Failure to respect this safety information, the envisaged uses or the limit values relating to use indicated in the technical
data for the device may result in risk or to injury to people, the environment or the plant.
Claims for compensation for damage against the device supplier are excluded in such an eventuality.
1.4 Copyright
This Operating Manual may only be copied and passed on as a complete document without the special permission of
the publisher.
1.5 Warranty
For the product described here, we offer a warranty pursuant to Section 6 Guarantee in Respect of Defects in our
General Terms and Conditions of Delivery and Payment.
1.6 Manufacturer’s address, customer services
Ashcroft Instruments GmbH
Max-Planck-Strasse 1-9
D-52477 Alsdorf, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 2404/5589-888
E-mail: customer.service@ashcroft.com
Web: www.ashcroft.eu