ABB KM26 Operating Instruction page 5

KM26 | M AG N ET I C LE V EL G AUG E | O I/KM 2 6 -EN RE V I
. . . 2 Safety
• the maximum process temperature must not be
exceeded.
• the housing protection type must be observed when
switches and transmitters are mounted as part of KM26
MLG level solution.
Warranty provision
Using the device in a manner that falls outside the scope of
its intended use, disregarding this manual, using
underqualified personnel or making unauthorized alterations
releases ABB from any liability for any resulting damage. This
renders the manufacturer's warranty null and void.
Operator liability
In instances where corrosive and / or abrasive materials are
being measured, the user must check the level of resistance of
all parts that are coming into contact with these materials.
ABB can offer guidance in the selection of material but does
not accept liability in performing this service. The user must
strictly observe the applicable national regulations with
regards to installing, functional testing, repairing and
maintaining all the associated electromechanical devices.
Use of instruction
DANGER
This symbol in conjunction with the signal word 'DANGER'
indicates an imminent electrical hazard. Failure to observe
this safety information will result in death or severe injury.
WARNING
This symbol in conjunction with the signal word 'WARNING'
indicates a potentially dangerous situation. Failure to
observe this safety information may result in death or
severe injury.
CAUTION
This symbol in conjunction with the signal word 'CAUTION'
indicates a potentially dangerous situation. Failure to
observe this safety information may result in minor or
moderate injury. This symbol may also be used for
property damage warnings.
NOTICE
This symbol indicates a potentially damaging situation.
Failure to observe this safety information may result in
damage to or destruction of the product and / or other
system components.
Note
'Note' indicates operator tips, particularly useful information
or important information about the product or its further
uses. The signal word 'IMPORTANT (NOTE)' does not indicate
a dangerous or harmful situation.
Qualified personnel
Installing, commissioning and maintaining the MLG system
may be performed only by trained personnel who are
authorized by the plant operator. These trained personnel
must have read and understood this manual and must comply
with its instructions.
Returning devices
For the purpose of returning the device for repair or
recalibration, use the original packaging or other suitably
secure shipping method. The sender should contact the
factory for return authorization number and fill out return
form (provided at the end of the manual) and include it with
the device. According to C guidelines other local laws for
hazardous materials, the owner of the corresponding
hazardous waste is responsible for its disposal. The owner
must observe the proper regulations for shipping purposes.
All devices returned to ABB must be free of any hazardous
materials (for example, acids, alkalis and solvents).
Disposal
ABB actively promotes environmental awareness and has an
operational management system that meets the
requirements of DIN EN ISO 9001:2000, EN ISO 14001:2004
and OHSAS 18001. ABB products are intended to have minimal
impact on the environment and individuals during their
manufacture, storage, transport, use and disposal.
This adherence to environmental standards includes the use
of natural resources. In this endeavor, ABB maintains an open
dialog with the public through its publications.
The product / solution is manufactured from materials that
can be reused by specialized recycling companies.
Information on WEEE directive 2002/96/
EC (waste electrical and electronic
equipment)
Electrical and electronic equipment marked with symbol of a
crossed-out wheeled bin may not be disposed as unsorted
municipal waste. Waste of electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE) shall be treated separately using the collection
framework available to customers for the return, recycling
and treatment of WEEE.
From August 15, 2018 onward, the KM26 is subject to the
scope of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (2012/19/EU). The aim of the WEEE directive is to
prevent or reduce the negative environmental effects
resulting from the generation and management of electrical
and electronic equipment.
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