1.2 Working with the BlueEye™ Ex-D
All of the following safety notices must be observed! Disregard of the safety notices can result in danger to the
life and limb or environmental and property damage.
Bear in mind that the safety warnings in this manual and on the device cannot cover all potentially dangerous
situations, because the interaction of various conditions can be impossible to foresee. Merely following the
instructions may not suffice for correct operation. Always remain attentive and consider potential
consequences.
• Read this operating manual and especially the following safety notices carefully before working with
the device for the first time.
• Warnings are provided in the operating manual for unavoidable residual risks for users, third parties,
equipment or other property. The safety instructions used in this manual do not refer to unavoidable
residual risks.
• Only operate the device in fault-free condition and in observance of the operating manual.
• Compliance with local statutory accident prevention, installation and assembly regulations is also
mandatory.
All notices in the manual must be observed. Use of the BlueEye™ Ex-D is only permitted in accordance with
the specifications in the operating manual. Bright Sensors SA assumes no liability for damages arising due to
disregard of the operating manual.
The BlueEye™ Ex-D complies with current standards and regulations. However, danger can arise with misuse
and the BlueEye™ Ex-D can be destroyed due to operator error. The technical specifications in this operation
manual must be observed and followed for safe operation. Performance limits must not be exceeded. For
safe operation, the BlueEye™ Ex-D must only be used in the scope of the intended use. Service and
maintenance tasks or repairs that are not described in the operating manual must not be carried out without
prior consultation with Bright Sensors SA.
1.3 Dangers during installation, maintenance, and repair
The BlueEye™ Ex-D is approved to be used in hazardous areas. Observe the information given in the
applicable type or unit examination certificate and the relevant country-specific regulations for installation
and use in hazardous areas. No observance can result in serious injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Install the device as specified in the operating manual. Improper installation can lead to the loss of the
explosion protection and to life-threatening situations.