Commissioning; Safety Information For Commissioning - SICK GM32 Ex Operating Instructions Manual

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COMMISSIONING

7 Commissioning
7.1

Safety information for commissioning

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Technical knowledge needed/requirements for commissioning
NOTICE
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You are basically familiar with the GM32.
• You are familiar with the national and local requirements regarding setting up and
operating devices in potentially explosive atmospheres.
• You are familiar with the local situation, especially the potential hazards caused by
gases in the gas duct (hot/noxious). You are capable of recognizing and preventing
danger by possibly escaping gases.
If one of these requirements is not met:
Please contact SICK Customer Service or your local representative.
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Safety information concerning gas
DANGER
Danger to life by leaking hot/toxic gases
Hot and/or noxious gases can escape during work on the gas duct, depending on the
plant conditions.
Work on the gas duct may only be performed by skilled technicians who, based
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on their technical training and knowledge as well as knowledge of the relevant
regulations, can assess the tasks given and recognize the hazards involved.
DANGER
Damage to eyes and skin by UV radiation
The in-situ gas measuring device GM32 emits UV radiation when the SR-unit or reflector
unit is opened during operation. Exposure of the unprotected skin and eyes to radiation
is dangerous to health.
Disconnect the power supply of the device before opening the device.
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Wear suitable protective goggles and protective gloves when work on the open
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device with the power supply connected is performed.
WARNING
Health risk through contact with toxic gases
The modules and devices contain enclosed, potentially dangerous gases that can
escape should a defect or leak occur. If a leak occurs, the concentrations inside the
enclosed device can increase up to 40 ppm.
NO: 2 ml max. total volume
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Only open the device when good ventilation is available, especially when a leak of
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one of the device components is suspected.
Grounding
CAUTION
Device damage through incorrect or missing grounding
It must be ensured during installation and maintenance work that the protective
grounding of the device or lines involved is established in accordance with EN 61010-1.
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