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2.4
Hot surface
Hot media may result in the device surfaces becoming hot and presenting a risk of injury.
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Allow the device and plant to cool down.
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Wear suitable protective equipment.
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If required, install contact protection.
2.5
Hazardous materials
Using hazardous materials as a medium may result in abrasive and corrosive damage to components
of the product that come into contact with the medium. The medium may leak and present a fire hazard
and a risk to health.
Carry out a risk assessment taking into consideration the safety data sheet for the relevant hazardous
substance for mounting, operation, maintenance, cleaning, and disposal:
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Comparison and systematic checking of the durability of the components of the product that come
into contact with the medium and the admissible environmental influences.
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Assessment of the risk to people and the environment.
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Assessment of the fire hazard due to the product materials, the admissible environmental influences,
and the voltage supply.
2.6
Mechanical load
Mechanical load on the device and process connections can lead to leaks.
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Do not place the device and the process connections under mechanical strain.
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Systematically check that the process connections are leak-tight.
2.7
Hybrid mixtures
Hybrid mixtures are explosive mixtures of flammable gases, vapors, or mists with flammable dusts. In
particular, equipment used in potentially explosive areas where hybrid mixtures are present must be
checked. The operator is responsible for checking that the equipment is suitable for such uses.
2.8
Transport and storage damage
The device can be damaged if it is insufficiently protected during transport and/or improperly stored.
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Transport the device protected from moisture and dirt in shockproof packaging.
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Also comply with the admissible storage temperatures while the device is being transported.
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Protect all electrical and mechanical connections from damage.
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Store the device in a dry and dust-free environment.
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Observe the device storage temperature range.
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