Improper Use - ABB FV4000 Operating Instruction

Safety
1.3

Improper use

The following are considered to be instances of improper use of the device:
• Operation as a flexible adapter in piping, e.g., to compensate for pipe offsets, pipe vibrations,
pipe expansions, etc.
• As a climbing aid, e. g., for mounting purposes
• As a support for external loads, e. g., as a support for piping, etc.
• Adding material, e. g., by painting over the name plate or welding/soldering on parts
• Removing material, e. g., by spot drilling the housing
Repairs, alterations, and enhancements, or the installation of replacement parts, are only
permissible
ABB Automation Products GmbH must be sought for any activities beyond this scope. Repairs
performed by ABB-authorized specialist shops are excluded from this.
1.4 Target groups and qualifications
Installation, commissioning, and maintenance of the product may only be performed by trained
specialist personnel who have been authorized by the plant operator to do so. The specialist
personnel must have read and understood the manual and comply with its instructions.
Prior to using corrosive and abrasive materials for measurement purposes, the operator must
check the level of resistance of all parts coming into contact with the materials to be measured.
ABB Automation Products GmbH will gladly support you in selecting the materials, but cannot
accept any liability in doing so.
The operators must strictly observe the applicable national regulations with regards to
installation, function tests, repairs, and maintenance of electrical products.
1.5 Warranty provisions
Using the device in a manner that does not fall within the scope of its intended use, disregarding
this instruction, using underqualified personnel, or making unauthorized alterations releases the
manufacturer from liability for any resulting damage. This renders the manufacturer's warranty
null and void.
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insofar as these
FV4000 / FS4000
are described in the manual. Approval
D184B097U02
by