WIKA 432.36 - Manual (Page 5)

WIKA operating instructions pressure gauge model 4 per ATEX 5
2080276.04 12/2010 GB/D/F/E
GB
2. Safety
2. Safety
WARNING!
Before installation, commissioning and operation, ensure that
the appropriate pressure gauge has been selected in terms of
measuring range, design and specific measuring conditions.
Check the compatibility with the medium of the materials
subjected to pressure!
In order to guarantee the measuring accuracy and long-term
stability specified, the corresponding load limits must be
observed.
Non-observance can result in serious injury and/or damage to
the equipment.
Further important safety instructions can be found in the
individual chapters of these operating instructions.
2.1 Intended use
These pressure gauges are used for measuring pressure in hazardous areas of
industrial applications.
The pressure gauge has been designed and built solely for the intended use
described here, and may only be used accordingly.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on operation
contrary to the intended use.
2.2 Personnel qualification
WARNING!
Risk of injury should qualification be insufficient!
Improper handling can result in considerable injury and damage
to equipment.
„ The activities described in these operating instructions
may only be carried out by skilled personnel who have the
qualifications described below.
Skilled personnel
Skilled personnel are understood to be personnel who, based on their techni-
cal training, knowledge of measurement and control technology and on their
experience and knowledge of country-specific regulations, current standards and
directives, are capable of carrying out the work described and of independently
recognising potential hazards.