ABB EL3000 Series Manual page 8

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Special information and precautions
National regulations
Device safety and safe operation
Protective lead connection
Risks of a disconnected protective lead
Risks involved in opening the covers
Risks involved in working with an open device
When safe operation can no longer be assured
EL3000 CONTINUOUS GAS ANALYZERS
These include
 The content of this operating instruction,
 The safety information affixed to the device,
 The applicable safety precautions for installing and operating electrical
devices,
 Safety precautions for working with gases, acids, condensates, etc.
The regulations, standards and guidelines cited in this operating instruction
are applicable in the Federal Republic of Germany. The applicable national
regulations should be followed when the device is used in other countries.
The device is designed and tested in accordance with the relevant safety
standards and has been shipped ready for safe operation. To maintain this
condition and to assure safe operation, read and follow the safety infor-
mation in this operating instruction. Failure to do so can put persons at risk
and can lead to device damage as well as damage to other systems and
devices.
The protective lead (ground) should be attached to the protective lead con-
nector before any other connection is made.
The device can be hazardous if the protective lead is interrupted inside or
outside the device or if the protective lead is disconnected.
Current-bearing components can be exposed when the covers or parts are
removed, even if this can be done without tools. Current can be present at
some connection points.
All work on a device that is open and connected to power should only be
performed by trained personnel who are familiar with the risks involved.
If it is apparent that safe operation is no longer possible, the device should
be taken out of operation and secured against unauthorized use.
The possibility of safe operation is excluded:
 If the device is visibly damaged,
 If the device no longer operates,
 After prolonged storage under adverse conditions,
 After severe transport stresses.
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