Endress+Hauser RIA15 - Safety Instructions; Requirements for the Personnel; Designated Use; Operational Safety

RIA15 Safety instructions
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2 Safety instructions
2.1 Requirements for the personnel
The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must fulfill
the following requirements:
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Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this specific function
and task
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Are authorized by the plant owner/operator
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Are familiar with federal/national regulations
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Before beginning work, the specialist staff must have read and understood the
instructions in the Operating Instructions and supplementary documentation as well as
in the certificates (depending on the application)
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Following instructions and basic conditions
The operating personnel must fulfill the following requirements:
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Being instructed and authorized according to the requirements of the task by the
facility's owner-operator
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Following the instructions in these Operating Instructions
2.2 Designated use
The process display unit displays analog process variables or HART
®
process variables on
its screen.
The device is powered via the 4 to 20 mA current loop and does not require an additional
power supply.
• The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages resulting from incorrect use or use
other than that designated. It is not permitted to convert or modify the device in any
way.
• Panel-mounted device
The device is designed for installation in a panel and must only be operated in an
installed state.
• Field device:
The device is designed for installation in the field.
• The device may only be operated under the permitted ambient conditions →  52.
2.3 Workplace safety
For work on and with the device:
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Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national
regulations.
2.4 Operational safety
Risk of injury.
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Operate the device in proper technical condition and fail-safe condition only.
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The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.
Conversions to the device
Unauthorized modifications to the device are not permitted and can lead to unforeseeable
dangers.
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If, despite this, modifications are required, consult with Endress+Hauser.