Siemens SITRANS FS230 - Safety notes; Preconditions for use; Warning symbols on the device

Safety notes
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2.1 Preconditions for use
This device left the factory in good working condition. In order to maintain this status and to
ensure safe operation of the device, observe these instructions and all the speci󹪝cations relevant
to safety.
Observe the information and symbols on the device. Do not remove any information or
symbols from the device. Always keep the information and symbols in a completely legible
state.
2.1.1 Warning symbols on the device
Symbol Explanation
Consult operating instructions
WARNING
Improper device modi󹪝cations
Risk to personnel, system and environment can result from modi󹪝cations to the device,
particularly in hazardous areas.
• Only carry out modi󹪝cations that are described in the instructions for the device. Failure to
observe this requirement cancels the manufacturer's warranty and the product approvals.
2.1.2 Laws and directives
Observe the safety rules, provisions and laws applicable in your country during connection,
assembly and operation. These include, for example:
• National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA)
• Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) (Canada)
Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example:
• IEC60079-14 (international)
• EN60079-14 (EU)
SITRANS FS130 & FS230
Compact Operating Instructions, 12/2023, A5E38755607-AF 11