567 Decommissioning7 Decommissioning7.1 Decommissioning7.1.1 Protection Against Emissions from Gas Carrying ChannelsRecommendation in case of breaks in operation:• With longer breaks in operation, in excess of 3 months, switch off the measuring system.• Removal prevents damage to the probe.• In the case of briefer breaks in operation, it is recommended that you continue to allow themeasuring system to run.The KS1D Combination Probe is fitted directly to the gas-carrying channel via the probe in-stallation fitting (PIF). If the KS1D Combination Probe or the probe installation fitting (PIF) aredismantled, depending on the plant but particularly in the case of excess pressure, aggressiveand / or hot gas can seep out of the channel and pose a serious health hazard to an unpro-tected operator if suitable safety measures have not be taken previously.WARNING!Risk of burning due to hot gases!In the case of excess pressure and temperatures in excess of 200 °C in the gas channel, gas-es could escape when dismantling the KS1D Combination Probe or the probe installation fit-ting (PIF). Before opening, shut down the system. Wear suitable protective clothing and a protective mask. Fix respective warning information in close proximity to the mounting site. Immediately seal the opening again.The LT3 Lambda Transmitter and the KS1D Combination Probe are a high-quality, electronicmeasuring system. It therefore requires careful handling in all situations - decommissioning,transport and storage.NOTICEDo not switch off the LT3 Lambda Transmitter as long as the KS1D Combination Probe ismounted. Not even if the associated plant has been brought to a standstill. Residual gases willcause corrosion and could damage system components. Do not store the device outside without any protection! When uninstalling, protect the ends of cables and the connectors from corrosion and soil-ing. Corroded connectors can cause malfunctions. Always store in a dry location and, if possible, keep in the original packaging. If possible, always transport in the original packaging.NOTICEThe KS1D Combination Probe is capable of being stored in a dismantled state.This also applies if a KS1D Combination Probe has already been in operation once.