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General safety instructions
Use of unproper materials through the customer may result in heavy
DANGER
corrosion and/or erosion
▶ The medium temperature / pressure ranges are calculated and approved without
▶ The customer is fully responsible to select proper materials to withstand his corrosive
▶ In case of heavy corrosion and/or erosion the instrument may not withstand the
▶ Siemens will not take any liability regarding damage caused by corrosion / erosion.
▶ If corrosion / erosion may happen, the user has to check periodically if the necessary
Improper installation in hazardous area
DANGER
The following basic safety instructions must be observed when handling the flow meter:
▶ When using the flow meter in areas at risk of explosion, compliance with the
High fluid temperatures may result in hot surfaces and therefore a risk of
WARNING
burns
▶ Apply thermal insulation to sensor.
▶ Attach warning labels to the sensor.
▶ Wear protective gloves.
Risk of injury from electrical shock due to inadequate clothing
WARNING
▶ Wear protective clothing as required by regulations.
Risk of injury from electrical shock at the transmitter
WARNING
▶ Avoid handling the transmitter with wet hands.
▶ Wear protective gloves.
The following basic safety instructions must be observed when handling the flow meter:
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corrosion or erosion.
or erosive conditions.
pressure and an incident may happen with human and / or environmental harm.
wall thickness is still in place.
Explosion Proof Type Manual is mandatory.
Carefully read the Reference Manual prior to operating the flow meter.
Only qualified specialist personnel must be charged with the tasks described in this
Operating Instructions.
Ensure that personnel complies with locally applicable regulations and rules for
working safely.
Do not remove or cover safety markings and nameplates from flow meter.
Replace soiled or damaged safety markings on the flow meter. For replacing please
contact the Siemens Service Center.
If SITRANS FC is used to measure safety-related quantities, ensure that the
transmitter does not display any error messages and, if applicable, the Total Health
Check function is performed at regular intervals.
Avoid erosion and corrosion as they reduce accuracy and resistance to temperature
and pressure. Over time, calibration constants change as a result of erosion and
corrosion, therefore requiring recalibration. Siemens does not assume any guaranty
or liability with respect to corrosion resistance of wetted parts in any specific process.
The user is responsible for selecting the appropriate materials. Siemens provides
support in clearing up the question of corrosion resistance of the materials used
(special fluids but also cleaning agents). Minor changes in temperature, concentration
or pollution degree in the process may result in differences in terms of corrosion
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