PR 5210 Operating Manual Safety Hints, Electrical Protection Class
Sartorius 7
1 SAFETY HINTS, ELECTRICAL PROTECTION CLASS
This instrument was built and tested in accordance with the safety regulations for
measuring and control instrumentation. The instrument was delivered in safe
condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the operator
must follow the hints and warnings given in this documentation.
1.1 Application of the instrument
The instrument is intended for weighing installations and is particularly suitable for tank and hopper
weighing and as a weight transmitter in intelligent control systems. Product operation, commissioning
and maintenance must be done by well trained and qualified persons who know of the risks and avoid
them, or take measures to protect themselves.
The instrument is latest state of the art. No warranty is taken that the product is free of errors,
especially with reference to the software and hardware required for operation and supplied by third
parties. The manufacturer does not take any liability for damage caused by incorrect use of this
product. Using this product implies recognition of the above-mentioned regulations.
1.2 Initial inspection
Check the contents of the consignment for completeness and note whether any damage has occurred
during transport. If the content is incomplete or damaged, a claim must be filed with the carrier
immediately and the Sartorius Hamburg sales or service organization must be informed to permit repair
or replacement of the unit.
1.3 Before commissioning
Before commissioning, after storage and transport, the instrument must be
inspected visually to preclude mechanical damage.
1.3.1 Installation
The instrument is designed for mounting on standard rails (35 mm, acc. to DIN 46277).
When mounting on the rail, ensure that between the modules to the left and right
of the transmitter 20mm space is kept.
1.3.2 Electrostatically sensitive components
This instrument contains electrostatically sensitive components. Therefore, potential equalization must
be provided when working at the instrument (antistatic protection).