Safety Notes; Laws And Directives - Siemens SITRANS FMS500 Operating Instructions Manual

Safety notes

This device left the factory in good working condition. In order to maintain this status and to
ensure safe operation of the device, observe these instructions and all the specifications relevant
to safety.
Observe the information and symbols on the device. Do not remove any information or
symbols from the device. Always keep the information and symbols in a completely legible
state.
Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage, positioning
and assembly as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Only qualified personnel should install or operate this instrument.
Note
Alterations to the product, including opening or improper modifications of the product are not
permitted.
If this requirement is not observed, the CE mark and the manufacturer's warranty will expire.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided
by the equipment may be impaired.
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Laws and directives

Observe the safety rules, provisions and laws applicable in your country during connection,
assembly and operation. These include, for example:
• National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA)
• Canadian Electrical Code (CEC Part I) (Canada)
Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example:
• IEC 60079-14 (international)
• EN 60079-14 (EU and UK)
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