Promass 40 1 Safety instructions
Endress+Hauser 5
1 Safety instructions
1.1 Designated use
The measuring device described in these Operating Instructions is to be used only for
measuring the mass flow rate or volume flow rate of liquids and gases. Fluids with widely
differing properties can be measured, for example:
• additives
• oils, fats
• acids, alkalis
• lacquers, paints
• suspensions
• gases.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages resulting from incorrect use or use
not as designated.
1.2 Installation, commissioning and operation
Note the following points:
• Installation, connection to the electricity supply, commissioning and maintenance of
the device must be carried out by trained, qualified specialists authorised to perform
such work by the facility's owner operator. The specialist must have read and under-
stood this Operating Instruction and must follow the instructions it contains.
• The device must be operated by persons authorised and trained by the facility's
owner operator. Strict compliance with the instructions in the Operating Instruction is
mandatory.
• Endress+Hauser will be happy to assist in clarifying the chemical resistance proper-
ties of parts wetted by special fluids, including fluids used for cleaning. However the
user is responsible for the choice of fluid wetted materials as regards for their in-proc-
ess resistance to corrosion. The manufacturer refuses to accept liability.
• The installer must ensure that the measuring system is correctly wired in accordance
with the wiring diagrams. The transmitter must be grounded, unless the power supply
is galvanically insulated.
• Invariably, local regulations governing the opening and repair of electrical devices
apply.
1.3 Operational safety
Note the following points:
• Measuring systems for use in hazardous environments are accompanied by separate
“Ex documentation”, which is an integral part of this Operating Instruction. Strict com-
pliance with the installation instructions and ratings as stated in this supplementary
documentation is mandatory. The symbol on the front of this supplementary Ex docu-
mentation indicates the approval and the test center (
Europe,
USA,
Canada).
• The measuring device complies with the general safety requirements in accordance
with EN 61010, the EMC requirements of EN 61326, and NAMUR recommendation
NE 21.
• The manufacturer reserves the right to modify technical data without prior notice. Your
E+H distributor will supply you with current information and updates to this Operating
Instruction.