WIKA 232 Operating Instructions

Operating
instructions
Pressure gauge model 2 NS 63
per ATEX directive
II 2 GD c TX X

1. General information

The pressure gauge described in the operating instructions has been designed and manufactured
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using state-of-the-art technology.
All components are subject to stringent quality and environmental criteria during production. Our
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management systems are certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
These operating instructions contain important information on handling the pressure gauge. Working
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safely requires that all safety instructions and work instructions are observed.
Observe the relevant local accident prevention regulations and general safety regulations for the
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instrument's range of use.
The operating instructions are part of the product and must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the
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instrument and readily accessible to skilled personnel at any time.
Skilled personnel must have carefully read and understood the operating instructions, prior to begin-
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ning any work.
The manufacturer's liability is void in the case of any damage caused by using the product contrary
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to its intended use, non-compliance with these operating instructions, assignment of insufficiently
qualified skilled personnel or unauthorised modifications to the pressure gauge.
The general terms and conditions, contained in the sales documentation, shall apply.
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Subject to technical modifications.
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Further information:
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- Internet address:
- Relevant data sheet:
Explanation of symbols
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which can result in serious injury or death, if not
avoided.
Information
... points out useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient and trouble-free opera-
tion.
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation in the hazardous area, resulting in serious injury or
death, if not avoided.
2. Safety
WARNING!
Before installation, commissioning and operation, ensure that the appropriate pressure gauge
has been selected in terms of measuring range, design and specific measuring conditions.
The compatibility of the materials under pressure with the medium must be checked!
In order to guarantee the measuring accuracy and long-term stability specified, the correspond-
ing load limits must be observed.
Non-observance can result in serious injury and/or damage to equipment.
Further important safety instructions can be found in the individual chapters of these operating
instructions.
2.1 Intended use
These pressure gauges are used for measuring pressure within hazardous areas in industrial applications.
The pressure gauge has been designed and built solely for the intended use described here, and may
only be used accordingly.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on operation contrary to the intended
use.
2.2 Personnel qualification
WARNING!
Risk of injury should qualification be insufficient!
Improper handling can result in considerable injury and damage to equipment.
The activities described in these operating instructions may only be carried out by skilled
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personnel who have the qualifications described below.
Skilled personnel
Skilled personnel are understood to be personnel who, based on their technical training, knowledge of
measurement and control technology and on their experience and knowledge of country-specific regula-
tions, current standards and directives, are capable of carrying out the work described and independently
recognising potential hazards.
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Contents
1. General information
2. Safety
3. Specifications
4. Design and function
5. Transport packaging and storage
6. Commisioning, operation
7. Maintenance and cleaning
8. Dismounting and disposal
Appendix: EU declaration of conformity
Declarations of conformity see www.wika.com
Specifications: See data sheet at www.wika.de
Subject to technical modifications.
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