Document Information; Notes On Safety Conventions And Icons; Basic Safety Instructions; Designated Use - Prosense ETS Series Operating Instructions Manual

1 Document Information

1.2 Notes on Safety Conventions and Icons

Always refer to the safety instructions in these Operating Instructions labeled with the
following symbols:
Symbol

2 Basic Safety Instructions

2.1 Designated Use

The ProSense ETS Series digital temperature sensor is for monitoring, displaying and
regulating process temperatures. The device has been safely built with state-of-the-art
technology and meets the applicable requirements and European Community (EC)
Directives. It can, however, be a source of danger if used incorrectly or for anything
other than the designated use.

2.2 Installation, Commissioning and Operation

Installation, electrical connection, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the
measuring system must be carried out by trained, qualified specialists authorized to
perform such work by the facility's owner-operator. The specialist must have read
and understood these Operating Instructions and must follow them. The device may
only be modified and repair work carried out if this is explicitly permitted in the
Operating Instructions. Damaged devices which could be a source of danger may not be
commissioned and must be labelled and identified as defective.

2.3 Operational Safety

The measuring device meets the general safety requirements according to EN 61010-1
and the EMC requirements according to IEC/EN 61326 in addition to the NAMUR
recommendations NE 21, NE 43 and NE 53.
• Functional safety
The ProSense ETS Series digital temperature sensors are were developed according
to the standards IEC 61508 and IEC 61511-1 (FDIS). The device version with
PNP switch output and additional analog output is equipped with fault detection
and fault prevention facilities within the electronics and software.
User Manual - ETS Series Digital Temperature Sensors
Meaning
WARNING!
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid
this situation can result in serious or fatal injury.
CAUTION!
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid
this situation can result in a minor or medium injury.
NOTICE
This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts
which do not result in personal injury.
This symbol indicates additional information or tip
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