KROHNE BM 102 EN - Manual (Page 5)

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Product liability and warranty:
The BM 102 TDR level gauge is designed for measuring the distance, level, and volume of liquids,
pastes, slurries, powders and cereal products. It may equally measure level, distance and total
volume in applications with two or more products.
Special codes and regulations apply to its use in hazardous areas : please refer to the BM 102
MICROFLEX KEMA 00 ATEX 1101X Supplementary Installation and Operating Instructions for
further information. This document is available from your local KROHNE Sales office or on the
“Download Centre” on KROHNE’s website http://www.krohne.com/.
Responsibility as to suitability and intended use of these level gauges rests solely with the user.
Improper installation and operation of our level gauges may lead to loss of warranty.
In addition, the "General conditions of sale", forming the basis of the purchasing contract, are appli-
cable.
If you need to return measuring instruments to KROHNE, please note the information given on the
last page of these Instructions. KROHNE regrets that they cannot repair or check your device
unless it is accompanied by the completed form sheet.
The level gauge does not form part of an overfill protection system (as defined for example in
WHG: German water resources act) nor is it concerned by the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
97/23/EC.
1 Mechanical installation
1.1 Handling and storage
To carry: the device will weigh between 3 kg or 7 lb and 12 kg or 25 lb. Carry using both hands to lift
the device carefully by the converter housing. If necessary, use lifting gear.
No attempt should be made to lift the instrument by its probe.
Caution:
The probe is a critical gauge component.
Do not damage– Handle with care!!!