2 general safety instructions, General safety instructions – Xylem VARIO WATERPROOF PH METER User Manual
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Safety
VARIO pH
8
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07/2006
2.2
General safety instructions
This instrument is built and inspected according to the relevant guidelines
and norms for electronic measuring instruments (see chapter 7 T
).
It left the factory in a safe and secure technical condition.
Function and
operational safety
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed if the generally applicable safety measures and the specific
safety instructions in this operating manual are followed during operation.
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed under the environmental conditions that are specified in chapter
7 T
If the instrument was transported from a cold environment to a warm
environment, the formation of condensate can lead to the faulty functioning
of the instrument. In this event, wait until the temperature of the instrument
reaches room temperature before putting the instrument back into operation.
Safe operation
If safe operation is no longer possible, the instrument must be taken out of
service and secured against inadvertent operation!
Safe operation is no longer possible if the meter:
z
has been damaged in transport
z
has been stored under adverse conditions for a lengthy period of time
z
is visibly damaged
z
no longer operates as described in this manual.
If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier of the instrument.
Obligations of the
purchaser
The purchaser of this meter must ensure that the following laws and
guidelines are observed when using dangerous substances:
z
EEC directives for protective labor legislation
z
National protective labor legislation
z
Safety regulations
z
Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers.