Introduction - Emerson Rosemount FOUNDATION 848T Quick Start Manual

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Introduction

The Rosemount 848T is optimized for process temperature measurement
because it can simultaneously measure eight separate and independent
temperature points with one transmitter. You can connect multiple
temperature sensor types to each transmitter. In addition, the Rosemount
848T can accept 4-20 mA inputs. The enhanced measurement capability of
the Rosemount 848T allows it to communicate these variables to any
F
OUNDATION
1.1 About this guide
This guide provides basic guidelines for the Rosemount 848T Temperature
Transmitter. It does not provide instructions for detailed configuration,
diagnostics, maintenance, service, troubleshooting. Refer to the Rosemount
848T Reference Manual
also available electronically on Emerson.com/Rosemount.
1.2 Hazard messages
This document uses the following criteria for hazard messages based on
ANSI standards Z535.6-2011 (R2017).
DANGER
Serious injury or death will occur if a hazardous situation is not avoided.
WARNING
Serious injury or death could occur if a hazardous situation is not avoided.
CAUTION
Minor or moderate injury will or could occur if a hazardous situation is not
avoided.
NOTICE
Data loss, property damage, hardware damage, or software damage can
occur if a situation is not avoided. There is no credible risk of physical injury.
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