Proper Mounting; Disassembly - Siemens SITRANS LR260 Operating Instructions Manual

4.1.3

Proper mounting

NOTICE
Incorrect mounting
The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper
mounting.
● Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device.
● Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used.
● Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in Technical data
Note
● Correct location is key to a successful application.
● Avoid reflective interference from vessel walls and obstructions by following guidelines in
this chapter.
4.2

Disassembly

Incorrect disassembly
The following risks may result from incorrect disassembly:
- Injury through electric shock
- Risk through emerging media when connected to the process
- Risk of explosion in hazardous area
In order to disassemble correctly, observe the following:
● Before starting work, make sure that you have switched off all physical variables such as
● If the device contains hazardous media, it must be emptied prior to disassembly. Make
● Secure the remaining connections so that no damage can result if the process is started
Note
Do not disassemble and reassemble the horn from the polymeric flange version more than five
times.
SITRANS LR260 with mA/HART
Operating Instructions, 11/2019, A5E32337683-AD
(Page 125).
WARNING
pressure, temperature, electricity etc. or that they have a harmless value.
sure that no environmentally hazardous media are released.
unintentionally.
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