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attention
Warns against a possible risk.
• Failure to observe this warning can result in substantial
or minor injuries.
note
Warns against material damage.
• Failure to observe this warning may result in damage
to the device or system.
Indicates additional information, advice or
important recommendations.
refers to information contained in this manual or in
other documents.
→ Indicates a procedure to be carried out.
Definition of the word "device"
The word "device" used within this manual refers to the
flowmeter type 8030.
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2. INTENDED USE
Use of the device that does not comply with the
instructions could present risks to people, nearby
installations and the environment.
• The 8030 flowmeter is intended exclusively to measure
flow rate in liquids.
• This device must be protected against electromagne-
tic interference, ultraviolet rays and, when installed
outdoors, the effects of climatic conditions.
• This device must be used in compliance with the
characteristics and commissioning and use conditions
specified in the contractual documents and in the user
manual.
• Requirements for the safe and proper operation of the
device are proper transport, storage and installation,
as well as careful operation and maintenance.
• Only use the device as intended.
→ Observe any existing restraints when the device is
exported.
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3. BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION
This safety information does not take into account:
• any contingencies or occurences that may arise during
installation, use and maintenance of the devices.
• the local safety regulations that the operator must ensure
the staff in charge of installation and maintenance observe.
Danger due to high pressure in the installation.
Danger due to electrical voltage.
Danger due to high temperatures of the fluid.
Danger due to the nature of the fluid.
Various dangerous situations
• Prevent any unintentional power supply switch-on.
• Ensure that installation and maintenance work are
carried out by qualified, authorised personnel in
possession of the appropriate tools.
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Various dangerous situations
• Guarantee a set or controlled restarting of the pro-
cess, after a power supply interruption.
• Use the device only if in perfect working order and
in compliance with the instructions provided in the
instruction manual..
• Observe the general technical rules when installing
and using the device.
• Do not use this device in explosive atmospheres.
• Do not use the device for the measurement of gas flow
rates.
• Do not use fluid that is incompatible with the materials
the device is made of.
• Do not use this device in an environment incompatible
with the materials it is made of.
• Do not subject the device to mechanical loads (e.g. by
placing objects on top of it or by using it as a step).
• Do not make any external modifications to the device. Do
not paint any part of the device.
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