Improper Device Modifications; Requirements For Special Applications - Siemens SITRANS VP300 Operating Instructions Manual

Conformity with European directives
The CE marking on the device shows conformity with the regulations of the following European guidelines:
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EMC
2004/108/EC
Atmosphère explosible ATEX
94/9/EC
The applied standards can be found in the EC conformity declaration of the device.

Improper device modifications

WARNING
Improper device modifications
Danger to personnel, system and environment can result from modifications to the device, particularly in hazardous areas.
● Only carry out modifications that are described in the instructions for the device. Failure to observe this requirement
cancels the manufacturer's warranty and the product approvals.

Requirements for special applications

Due to the large number of possible applications, each detail of the described device versions for each possible scenario
during commissioning, operation, maintenance or operation in systems cannot be considered in the instructions. If you need
additional information not covered by these instructions, contact your local Siemens office or company representative.
Note
Operation under special ambient conditions
We highly recommend that you contact your Siemens representative or our application department before you operate the
device under special ambient conditions as can be encountered in nuclear power plants or when the device is used for
research and development purposes.
SITRANS VP300 (6DR63..)
A5E03359515-01, 03/2011
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the
approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic
compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC.
Directive of the European Parliament and the Council on the approximation
of the laws of the Member States concerning equipment and protective
systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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