Dräger Polytron 5000 User Manual

4 Dräger Polytron 5000
For your safety
1 For your safety
1.1 General safety statements
z Before using this instrument, carefully read the Instructions
for Use (IfU).
z Strictly follow the Instructions for Use. The user must fully
understand and strictly observe the instructions. Use the
instrument only for purposes and under the conditions
specified in this document.
z Comply with all local and national laws, rules and
regulations associated with this instrument.
z Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to
inspect, repair and service the product as detailed in these
Instructions for Use. Further maintenance work that is not
detailed in these Instructions for Use must only be carried
out by Dräger or personnel qualified by Dräger. Dräger
recommends a Dräger service contract for all maintenance
activities.
z Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories,
otherwise the proper functioning of the instrument may be
impaired.
z The flameproof/explosion proof joints are not in
accordance with the relevant minimum or maximum values
of EN/IEC 6009-1. The joints are not intended to be re-
worked by the user.
z Do not dispose of the Instructions for Use. Ensure that they
are retained and appropriately used by the instrument user.
z The measuring function of the gas detection transmitter for
explosion protection, according to Annex II, clauses 1.5.5,
1.5.6 and 1.5.7 of Directive 94/9/EC is currently not
covered.
z Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
Only if intrinsic safety is involved
Safe connection of electrical devices.
z Never connect this instrument to another electrical device
before consulting the manufacturer or an expert.
Using the product in areas subject to explosion hazards:
z Instruments or components for use in explosion-hazard
areas which have been tested and approved according to
national, European or international Explosion Protection
Regulations may only be used under the conditions
specified in the approval and with consideration of the
relevant legal regulations.
z The instruments or components may not be modified in any
manner. The use of faulty or incomplete parts is forbidden.
The appropriate regulations must be observed at all times
when carrying out repairs on these instruments or
components.
1.2 Definition of alert icons
To reduce the risk of ignition of a flammable or explosive
atmosphere, strictly adhere to the following Caution and
Warning statements.
The following alert icons are used in this document to provide
and highlight areas of the associated text that require a greater
awareness by the user. A definition of the meaning of each
icon is as follows:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in physical injury, or damage to
the product or environment.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
Indicates additional information on how to use the
instrument.
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Dräger Polytron 5000 Specifications

General

Type	Gas Detector
Housing Material	Aluminum or Stainless Steel
Detection Principle	Electrochemical sensor
Gases Detected	Oxygen, Toxic and Combustible gases
Display	Backlit LCD
Output Signal	4 to 20 mA, HART
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to +65 °C (depending on the sensor)
Ingress Protection	IP66
Approvals	ATEX, IECEx
Humidity	0 to 95% RH, non-condensing