WIKA TR10-C - Handbuch (Seite 5)

WIKA operating instructions resistance thermometers and thermocouples, Ex n
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DANGER!
... identifies hazards caused by electric power. Should the safety instructions not be
observed, there is a risk of serious or fatal injury.
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation in a potentially explosive atmosphere,
resulting in serious injury or death, if not avoided.
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation that can result in burns, caused by hot
surfaces or liquids, if not avoided.
Abbreviations
RTD
“Resistance Temperature Detector”
TC “Thermocouple”
2. Safety
WARNING!
Before installation, commissioning and operation, ensure that the appropriate
thermometer has been selected in terms of measuring range, design and specific
measuring conditions.
Choose the thermowell with regard to the maximum pressure and temperature
(e.g. rating chart in DIN 43772).
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 resistance thermometers and thermocouples are used for temperature measurement in
industrial applications, in zone 2 or 22 hazardous areas.
The instrument has been designed and built solely for the intended use described here, and may
only be used accordingly.
The technical specifications contained in these operating instructions must be observed.
Improper handling or operation of the instrument outside of its technical specifications requires
the instrument to be taken out of service immediately and inspected by an authorised WIKA
service engineer.
1. General information / 2. Safety