Transport, Packaging And Storage - WIKA GDM-63 Operating Instructions Manual

4. Transport, packaging and storage

4. Transport, packaging and storage
4.1 Transport
Check the instrument for any damage that may have been caused by transport.
Obvious damage must be reported immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage through improper transport
With improper transport, a high level of damage to property can occur.
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When unloading packed goods upon delivery as well as during
internal transport, proceed carefully and observe the symbols on the
packaging.
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With internal transport, observe the instructions in chapter 4.2
"Packaging and storage".
4.2 Packaging and storage
Do not remove packaging until just before mounting.
Keep the packaging as it will provide optimum protection during transport (e.g. change
in installation site, sending for repair).
WARNING!
Physical injuries and damage to property and the environment
caused by hazardous decomposition products
Before storing the instrument, any residual decomposition products must
be removed.
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For cleaning, see chapter 7.2 "Cleaning"
Permissible conditions at the place of storage:
Storage temperature: -50 ... +60 °C [-58 ... +140 °F]
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Humidity: ≤ 90 % r. h. (non-condensing)
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Avoid exposure to the following factors:
Soot, vapour, dust and corrosive gases
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Hazardous environments, flammable atmospheres
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Store the instrument in its original packaging in a location that fulfils the conditions
listed above. If the original packaging is not available, pack and store the instrument as
described below:
1. Place the instrument, along with the shock-absorbent material, in the packaging.
2. If stored for a prolonged period of time (more than 30 days), place a bag containing
a desiccant inside the packaging.
WIKA operating instructions gas density monitor model GDM-63
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