Emerson Rosemount 708 Quick Start Manual page 2

Quick Start Guide
Safety messages
NOTICE
This guide provides basic guidelines for the Rosemount 708. It does not provide instructions for
detailed configuration, diagnostics, maintenance, service, troubleshooting, or installations. Refer to
the Rosemount 708
electronically on Emerson.com/Rosemount.
WARNING
Explosions could result in death or serious injury.
Installation of this transmitter in an explosive environment must be in accordance with the appropriate
local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Review the approvals section of this
manual for any restrictions associated with a safe installation.
Before connecting a communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure the instruments in the
segment are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field wiring practices.
WARNING
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 8 in. (20 cm) from
all persons.
The power module may be replaced in a hazardous area. The power module has surface resistivity
greater than one gigaohm and must be properly installed in the wireless device enclosure. Care must
be taken during transportation to and from the point of installation to prevent electrostatic charge
build-up.
Polymer enclosure has surface resistivity greater than one gigaohm. Care must be taken during
transportation to and from the point of installation to prevent a potential electrostatic charging
hazard.
NOTICE
Shipping considerations for wireless products.
The unit was shipped to you without the power module installed. Remove the power module prior to
shipping.
Each power module contains one "D" size primary lithium battery. Primary lithium batteries are
regulated in transportation by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and are also covered by IATA
(International Air Transport Association), ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), and ARD
(European Ground Transportation of Dangerous Goods). It is the responsibility of the shipper to ensure
compliance with these or any other local requirements. Consult current regulations and requirements
before shipping.
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Reference Manual for more instruction. This guide and the manual are available
June 2022
Emerson.com/Rosemount