8 Operating Instructions BioPAT
®
Xgas
Safety Instructions
2.4 Limitations of Use and
Misuse
Danger of malfunctions and damage to the
sensor under impermissible measuring
conditions!
The BioPAT
®
Xgas is not designed according to
the ATEX Directive.
t Do not use the sensor
in flammable or explosive atmospheres or
with such gases!
in gases with polymers or silicone
components
in gases with halogens like F, Cl, Br etc.,
CFC
in gases with SOx and H2S.
t Prevent water or humidity (RH <75%) from
entering into the sensor when the sensor is
switched on.
t Dry the sensor when humidity condenses in
the exhaust line and condensate has entered
into the sensor.
The BioPAT
®
Xgas is unsuitable for use as safety
equipment for system gas monitoring or as a gas
warning device. This constitutes misuse.
IMPORTANT