Transport Safety Information - ABB FV4000 Operating Instruction

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Transport safety information

Please consider the following when transporting the device (in particular if your device weighs
more than 50 kg (110,23 lb)):
• The fact that the center of gravity might not be in the center of the unit
• Any available attachment points
• Transportation safety equipment (e. g. gaskets for openings)
1.8 Installation safety information
Observe the following instructions:
• The flow direction must correspond to the direction indicated on the meter, if labeled.
• The maximum torque must not be exceeded for all flange connections.
• The meters must be installed without mechanical tension (torsion, bending).
• Wafer units must be installed with coplanar counter flanges.
• Equipment must only be installed for the intended operating conditions and with suitable
gaskets.
• Flange bolts and nuts must be secured to provide protection against pipeline vibrations.
• The required length of straight pipeline must be provided upstream and downstream of the
meter.
• The pipeline must be supported upstream and downstream of the meter.
1.9 Safety instructions for electrical installation
The electrical connection may only be made by authorized specialist personnel according to the
electrical plans.
The electrical connection information in the manual must be observed; otherwise, the electrical
protection type may be adversely affected.
Ground the measurement system according to requirements.
Important
The transmitter meets the EMC requirements set out in EN 61326 / NAMUR NE21. There is
no EMC protection or protection against accidental contact when the housing cover is open.
Please observe the specific information about meters for hazardous areas in the section titled
"Ex relevant specifications".
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