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A D D E N D U M T O O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | GMS840
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SHUTDOWN
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Shutdown
6.1
Preparations for shutdown
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Purge the sample gas path with a dry, neutral gas (e.g. instrument air).
6.2
Before shutdown
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Purge the sample gas path for 15 minutes with 60 l/h with a dry, neutral gas before
commencing shutdown.
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Switch device free from voltage.
6.3
Shutdown with GMS841 (ATEX/ IECEx) and GMS842 (
C
CSA
US)
Also observe:
“Safety measures before opening the enclosure”, page 11
Shutdown procedure
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Carry out the preparations for shutdown (
→
“GMS800 Series” Operating Instructions).
After shutdown
6.3.1
Shipping for repair
When the device is being sent to the manufacturer or a Service company for repairs:
Please enclose the following information so that the device can be repaired as quickly as
possible:
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An error description, as precise as possible (meaningful keywords suffice).
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For unclear functional problems
: A short description of the operating conditions and
installations (connected devices etc.).
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If shipping was agreed with the manufacturer:
The contact person at the
manufacturer's who is informed about the matter.
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A contact person in the user's company (for possible questions).
WARNING: Observe the safety information
Observe the safety information in Chapter
“Opening the enclosure cover”, page 11
WARNING: Risk of explosion
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Dismantling may only be carried out by trained personnel.
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Do not carry out work on the device in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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Only use tools approved for Ex zones.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
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Do not open the enclosure when an explosive atmosphere is present.
WARNING: Possibility of explosive gas in the enclosure
The enclosure is not gas-tight.
This means: Explosive gas can accumulate in the enclosure when used in Ex zones.
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Be aware that after use in Ex zones, explosive gas can still be in the enclosure
outside of the Ex zone.
Please add the information even if your matter has already been discussed with a
manufacturer's employee.
