Safety instructions
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Position Transmitter TGS 40 (RAM)
42/14-50 EN
Important information
Symbols
In order that you can make the best use of this document and to ensure safety during commissioning, operation
and maintenance of the equipment, please note the following explanation of the symbols used.
Explanation of the symbols used.
As well as the instructions in this document, you must also follow the generally applicable accident prevention
and safety regulations.
If the information in this document is insufficient in any situation, please contact our service department, who will
be happy to help you.
Please read this document carefully before installation and commissioning.
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Safety instructions
1.1
General safety instructions
The devices were designed, produced and tested in accordance with IEC 1010-1 (corresp. to EN 61010-1 and
DIN VDE 0411 Part 1 "Safety requirements for electrical measurement, control and laboratory equipment"), CE-
certified, and delivered in a safe condition.
CAUTION
When handling these devices (during transport, storage, installation, commissioning, operation, main-
tenance, and de-commissioning) observe these operating instructions and the information on all type
plates, labels and safety instructions attached to the devices.
The regulations, standards and directives referred to in these operating instructions are applicable in Germany.
When using the devices in other countries, the relevant national regulations, standards and directives must be
observed.
1.2
Declaration of conformity
The requirements of the European directive 94/9/EC are met.
The product conforms with the European Directive (EMC) 89/336/EEC and its amendments and the Low-Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC.
Symbol
Signal Word Definitions
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
(High level of risk.)
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(Medium level of risk.)
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
(Low level of risk.)
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a potentially harmful situation which, if not avoided,
may result in damage of the product itself or of adjacent objects.
(Damage to property)
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates useful hints or other special information which, if not
observed, could lead to a decline in operating convenience or affect the
functionality.
(Does not indicate a dangerous or harmful situation.)
