WIKA 632.51 - Manual (Page 5)

WIKA operating instructions pressure gauge model 6 per ATEX 5
2089436.03 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.
The compatibility with the medium of the materials subjected to
pressure must be checked!
In order to guarantee the measuring accuracy and long-term
stability specified, the corresponding load limits must be observed.
Serious injuries and/or damage can occur should these not be
observed.
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 technical
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 independently
recognising potential hazards.