Chapter 5 Troubleshooting; Section Overview; Safety Messages - Emerson Rosemount 3051SMV MultiVariable Reference Manual

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5 Troubleshooting
5.1

Section overview

This section provides summarized troubleshooting suggestions for the most common
operating problems on the Rosemount
Transmitter (3051SMV).
If a malfunction is suspected despite the absence of any diagnostic messages on the
communicator display, follow the procedures described to verify transmitter hardware
and process connections are in good working order. Always deal with the most likely and
easiest-to-check conditions first.
5.2

Safety messages

Procedures and instructions in this section may require special precautions to ensure the
safety of the personnel performing the operations. Information that raises potential safety
issues is indicated by a warning symbol ( ). Refer to the following safety messages before
performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
WARNING
Explosions could result in death or serious injury.
• Do not remove the transmitter cover in explosive atmospheres when the circuit is live.
• Before connecting a communicator in an explosive atmosphere, make sure the
instruments in the segment are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-
incendive field wiring practices.
• Verify that the operating atmosphere of the transmitter is consistent with the
appropriate hazardous locations certifications.
• Both housing covers must be fully engaged to meet flameproof/explosion-proof
requirements.
Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury.
• Ensure only qualified personnel perform the installation.
Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury.
• If the sensor is installed in a high-voltage environment and a fault or installation error
occurs, high voltage may be present on transmitter leads and terminals.
• Use extreme caution when making contact with the leads and terminals.
Static electricity can damage sensitive components.
• Observe safe handling precautions for static-sensitive components.
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