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WIKA PGS23.063 User Manual

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WIKA operating instructions model 232.3x.063 with 851 per ATEX

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GB

11041781.03 03/2011 GB/D/F/E

5. Transport, packaging ... / 2. 6. Commissioning, operation

5.2 Packaging

Do not remove packaging until just before mounting.

Keep the packaging as it will provide optimum protection during transport

(e.g. change in installation site, sending for repair).

5.3 Storage
Permissible conditions at the place of storage:

Storage temperature: -40 ... +70 °C

6. Commissioning, operation

Mechanical connection

In accordance with the general technical regulations for pressure gauges

(e.g. EN 837-2 "Selection and installation recommendations for pressure

gauges").
When screwing gauges in, the force required for this must not be applied

through the case or the cable terminal box, but rather through the spanner

flats (using a suitable tool) provided for this purpose on the square shaft of

standard connections.

Installation with

open-ended

spanner

Correct sealing of pressure gauge connections with parallel threads

must be made using suitable sealing rings, sealing washers or WIKA

profile seals. The sealing of tapered threads (e.g. NPT threads) is made

by providing the thread

, with additional sealing material such as, for

example, PTFE tape (EN 837-2).