Endress+Hauser ria45 - Personnel Requirements; Designated Use; Workplace and Operational Safety; Product Safety

Safety instructions RIA45
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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 device evaluates analog process variables and shows them on its multicolored display.
Using the unit's outputs and limit relays, processes can be monitored and controlled. The
device is equipped with a wide range of software functions for this purpose. Power can be
supplied to 2-wire sensors with the integrated loop power supply.
• The device is seen as an associated apparatus and may not be installed in hazardous
areas.
• The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages resulting from incorrect use or use
other than that designated. The device may not be converted or modified in any way.
• The device has been designed for panel installation and may only be operated in an
installed state.
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.
Repair
To ensure continued operational safety and reliability,
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Carry out repairs on the device only if they are expressly permitted.
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Observe federal/national regulations pertaining to repair of an electrical device.
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Use original spare parts and accessories from Endress+Hauser only.