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3 setup, 4 reaction during operation and in case of failure, 5 recurring function test – KROHNE SU 501 EX EN User Manual

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9.3 Setup

The prevailing plant conditions influence the safety of the

measuring system. Therefore note the mounting and installa-

tion instructions of the appropriate operating instructions

manual. Mainly important is the correct setting of the mode

(min./max.).

9.4 Reaction during operation and in case of

failure

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The adjustment elements must not be modified during

operation.

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In case of modifications during operation, you have to take

note of the safety functions.

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Occurring fault signals are described in the appropriate

operating instructions manual.

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In case of detected failures or fault signals, the entire

measuring system must be switched out of service and the

process held in a safe condition by means of other

measures.

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The manufacturer must be informed if due to a determined

fault, the instrument will be exchanged (incl. a fault

description)

9.5 Recurring function test

The recurring function test serves to reveal potential danger-

ous errors that are otherwise not discernible. The function of

the measuring system must be checked at adequate intervals.
The operator is responsible for choosing the type of test and

the intervals in the stated time frame. The time frame depends

on the PFD

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value acc. to the chart and diagram in section

"Safety-related characteristics".
With high demand rate, a recurring function test is not

requested in IEC 61508. The function of the measuring system

is proven by the frequent use of the system. In double channel

architectures it is useful to proof the redundancy by recurring

function tests in appropriate intervals.
The test must be carried out in a way that verifies the flawless

operation of the safety functions in conjunction with all system

components.

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