Siemens 6 Series Compact Operating Instructions page 17

Hot, toxic or corrosive process media
Risk of injury during maintenance work.
When working on the process connection, hot, toxic or corrosive process media could be
released.
• As long as the device is under pressure, do not loosen process connections and do not
• Before opening or removing the device ensure that process media cannot be released.
Humid environment
Danger of electrocution.
• Avoid working on the device if it is under voltage.
• If working under voltage is required, ensure a dry environment.
• Make sure when performing cleaning and maintenance work that no moisture penetrates
Electrostatic discharges
Device damage!
The electronic components and modules fitted in this device can be destroyed by electrostatic
discharging.
• Make sure all persons, workplaces and packaging are sufficiently grounded when ESDs are
• Wear protective clothing during all work that involves touching components.
• Handle the modules so that they do not touch components or conductor paths.
• If you must perform measurements on an assembly, discharge your body before
Penetration of moisture into the device
Device damage.
• Make sure when performing cleaning and maintenance work that no moisture penetrates
Safety instructions
Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2018, A5E45779403002-01
WARNING
remove any parts that are pressurized.
WARNING
the inside of the device.
CAUTION
being handled.
commencing work.
– Do so by touching grounded metallic objects.
– Always use grounded measuring instruments.
CAUTION
the inside of the device.
Commissioning, operation, maintenance and servicing
6.1 General information
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