Metreg MQMe - General information; Manual; Safety; Symbols

1 General information
1.1 Manual
This technical manual is intended for service personnel in the gas supply and gas distribution industry who have received
appropriate training and possess technical knowledge of the applicable technical standards as well as any higher-level or
operational requirements. Only specialists, trained and qualified personnel (e.g. DVGW G 492 and G 495), may carry out work
on the MQMe. The manual contains all information required to ensure safe and proper use of the device.
2 Safety
2.1 Symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual to indicate hazards or to provide information to assist the operators.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper or inappropriate use, nor for failure to follow the
instructions.
Risk of serious injury or even death!
There is a risk of serious injuries. Injuries can occur due to unprofessional handling or incorrect operation if the safety
instructions are not observed.
There is a possibility of damage to the device or the surrounding area if the instructions are not followed.
The measurement or the behavior of the device may also be affected!
2.2 Personnel
There is a significant risk of injuries. Injuries can occur due to unprofessional handling or incorrect operation and result in
serious injuries and, in the worst case, death if safety instructions are ignored.
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Work on the gas lines
may only be carried out by suitable, reliable and trained personnel. Operating personnel must be trained and authorized
for their assigned tasks by the system operator. Protective measures must be defined based on a risk assessment carried
out in accordance with Article 5 of the German Occupational Safety Act (ArbSchG).
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Occupational safety
Wear the personal protective equipment stipulated by the applicable national regulations and operator regulations
when working on the meter.
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Operational safety
The meter may be used in technically flawless and operationally safe condition only. Responsibility rests with the
operator.
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Product safety
The meter was manufactured and tested according to the latest state of the art. It fulfills all legal requirements and
complies with the applicable EC Directives. The manufacturer declares this conformity by attaching the CE mark to the
meter.
The meter left the factory in perfect condition. A manufacturer’s warranty is only provided if the meter is installed and
operated in accordance with the operating instructions. For manufacturer’s declaration and declaration of conformity
see
Annex A, page 31.
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