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These Instructions are Brief Operating Instructions; they do not replace the Operating Instructions included in the scope of supply.
Please refer to the Operating Instructions and other documentation provided by your supplier for detailed information.
Basic safety instructions
Requirements for the personnel
The personnel must fulfill the following requirements for its tasks:
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Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this
specific function and task.
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Are authorized by the plant owner/operator.
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Are familiar with federal/national regulations.
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Before starting work, read and understand the instructions in the manual
and supplementary documentation as well as the certificates (depending on
the application).
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Follow instructions and comply with basic conditions.
Intended use
The active barrier is used for the safe isolation of 0/4 to 20 mA standard signal
circuits. An intrinsically safe version is optionally available for operation in Zone
2. The device is designed for installation on DIN rails in accordance with IEC
60715.
Product liability: The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for
damage that results from non-designated use and from failure to comply with
the instructions in this manual.
Operational safety
Risk of injury!
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Operate the device only if it is in proper technical condition, free from errors
and faults.
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The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.
Incoming acceptance and product identification
Incoming acceptance
On receipt of the delivery:
1.
Check the packaging for damage.
Report all damage immediately to the manufacturer.
Do not install damaged components.
2.
Check the scope of delivery using the delivery note.
3.
Compare the data on the nameplate with the order specifications on the
delivery note.
4.
Check the technical documentation and all other necessary documents,
e.g. certificates, to ensure they are complete.
If one of the conditions is not satisfied, contact the manufacturer.
Product identification
The device can be identified in the following ways:
• Nameplate specifications
• Extended order code with breakdown of the measuring instrument features
on the delivery note
Brief Operating Instructions
Active barrier
Active barrier, 1-channel for 4 to 20 mA, HART® transparent with 24 to 230 V
active/passive input and output, optionally available with SIL and Ex
Hazardous area
To eliminate danger to persons or the facility when the device is used in the
hazardous area (e.g. explosion protection):
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Check the nameplate to verify if the device ordered can be put to its intended
use in the hazardous area.
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Observe the specifications in the separate supplementary documentation
that is an integral part of these instructions.
Product safety
This device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet
state-of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a
condition in which it is safe to operate.
Installation instructions
• The device' s IP20 degree of protection is intended for a clean and dry
environment.
• Do not expose the device to mechanical and/or thermal stress that exceeds
the specified limits.
• The device is intended for installation in a cabinet or similar housing. The
device may only be operated as an installed device.
• To protect against mechanical or electrical damage, the device must be
installed in an appropriate housing with a suitable degree of protection
according to IEC/EN 60529.
• The device fulfills the EMC regulations for the industrial sector.
Nameplate
Do you have the correct device?
The nameplate provides you with the following information on the device:
• Manufacturer identification, device designation
• Order code
• Extended order code
• Serial number
• Tag name (TAG) (optional)
• Technical values, e.g. supply voltage, current consumption, ambient
temperature, communication-specific data (optional)
• Degree of protection
• Approvals with symbols
• Reference to Safety Instructions (XA) (optional)
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Compare the information on the nameplate with the order.
and
AC/DC
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