Endress+Hauser Gammapilot FMG50 - 2.3 Radiation Protection

Basic safety instructions Gammapilot FMG50
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2.4 Hazardous area
If the measuring system is used in hazardous areas, the corresponding national standards
and regulations must be observed. The device is accompanied by separate "Ex
documentation", which is an integral part of these Operating Instructions. The installation
specifications, connection data and safety instructions listed in this supplementary
documentation must be observed.
• Technical personnel must be qualified and trained for the hazardous area.
• Comply with the metrological and safety-related requirements for the measuring point.
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Observe the safety instructions associated with the device. These instructions depend
on the certificate ordered.
2.5 Radiation protection
The Gammapilot FMG50 is used in conjunction with a radioactive source, contained in a
source container. The Gammapilot FMG50 does not emit any radioactive radiation. When
handling radioactive sources, the following instructions must be observed:
2.5.1 Basic radiation protection guidelines
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When working with radioactive sources, avoid any unnecessary exposure to radiation.
All unavoidable radiation exposure must be kept to a minimum. Three basic concepts
apply to achieve this:
A
B
C
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A Shielding
B Time
C Distance
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When working with source containers, all the instructions for mounting and usage
outlined in the following documents must be observed:
Source container documentation
• FQG60:
TI00445F
• FQG61, FQG62:
TI00435F
• FQG63:
TI00446F
• FQG66:
• TI01171F
• BA01327F