Safety Messages - Emerson Rosemount 3308A Reference Manual

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Safety messages

Instructions and procedures in this section may require special precautions to ensure the safety of the
personnel performing the operations. Information that potentially raises safety issues is indicated by a
warning symbol ( ). Refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded
by this symbol.
Explosions could result in death or serious injury.
Verify that the operating environment of the gauge is consistent with the appropriate hazardous
locations certifications.
Installation of device in an explosive environment must be in accordance with appropriate local,
national and international standards, codes, and practices.
Ensure device is installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field practices.
Electrical shock can result in death or serious injury.
Ground device on non-metallic tanks (e.g. fiberglass tanks) to prevent electrostatic charge build-up.
Single lead probes are sensitive for strong electromagnetic fields and therefore not suitable for
non-metallic tanks.
Care must be taken during transportation of power module to prevent electrostatic charge build-up.
Device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 8 in. (20 cm) from all
persons.
Process leaks could result in death or serious injury.
Only qualified personnel should install the equipment.
Handle the transmitter carefully.
If the process seal is damaged, gas could escape from the tank when removing the transmitter head
from the probe.
To ensure long life for your radar transmitter, and to comply with hazardous location installation
requirements, tighten covers on both sides of the electronics housing.
Use caution when handling the Power Module. The Power Module may be damaged if dropped from
heights in excess of 20 ft. (6 m).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This
device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. This device must be installed to ensure a minimum
antenna separation distance of 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons.
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