WIKA GTU-10 - Handbuch (Seite 6)

6 WIKA operating instructions portable SF
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gas transfer unit, model GTU-10
14051107.01 06/2013 GB/D
GB
2. Safety
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.
Handle the SF
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gas transfer unit with the required care (protect from humidity, impacts,
strong magnetic fields, static electricity and extreme temperatures, do not insert any
objects into the instrument or its openings). Plugs and sockets must be protected from
contamination.
If the instrument is transported from a cold into a warm environment, the formation of
condensation may result in instrument malfunction. Before putting it back into operation,
wait for the instrument temperature and the room temperature to equalise.
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 equip-
ment.
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 knowl-
edge of country-specific regulations, current standards and directives, are capable of
carrying out the work described and independently recognising potential hazards.
2.3 Additional safety instructions for use in switchgear
The plant operator must ensure that the handling of SF
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gas is only carried out by a
qualified company or by qualified persons which have been specially trained in accord-
ance with IEC 61634, section 4.3.1 or IEC 60480, section 10.3.1.
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