2.
Safety requirements
CAUTION!
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Before installing, commissioning and operation,
ensure that the appropriate bimetal thermometer has
been selected in terms of measuring range, design and
specific measuring conditions. The compatibility of the
wetted parts of the process connection (thermowell,
thermowell stem) with the medium must be tested.
Non-observance can result in serious injury and/or
damage to property.
Further important safety instructions can be found in the
individual chapters of these operating instructions.
2.1 Intended use
These bimetal thermometers are used for measuring temperature in
hazardous areas of industrial applications.
The instrument has been designed and built solely for the intended
use described here, and may only be used accordingly.
The technical specifications contained in these operating
instructions must be observed. Improper handling or operation of
the instrument outside of its technical specifications requires the
instrument to be taken out of service immediately and inspected
by an authorised
WIKA
service engineer.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based
on operation contrary to the
intended use.
6 WIKA operating instructions, models 53, 54, 55 (ATEX)