3. Safety
→ For performance limits, see chapter 9 "Specifications".
EN
This instrument is not permitted to be used in 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
and the limit values in accordance with EN 837-1 must be observed.
Improper handling or operation of the instrument outside of its techni-
cal specifications and the limit values in accordance with EN 837-1
requires the instrument to be taken out of service immediately and
inspected by an authorised WIKA service engineer.
With instruments which do not correspond to the safety version "S3",
highly pressurised media might leak out through the possibly burst-
ing window in case of a component failure.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on
operation contrary to the intended use.
3.2 Improper use
Do not use the instrument within hazardous areas.
Do not use this instrument with abrasive, corrosive and highly
viscous media.
Any use beyond or different to the intended use is considered as
improper use.
Unauthorised modifications to the instrument are not permissible.
Do not use this instrument in safety or emergency shutdown
devices.
8
In order to achieve an optimal service life of the instru-
ment, it is recommended to load the instrument between
1/3 x PS and 2/3 x PS. See technical information
IN 00.05.
WIKA operating instructions, test gauge model 3