Vega VEGAPULS WL S 61 Operating Instructions Manual

21VEGAPULS WL S 61 • 4 … 20 mA54408-01-1908062 For your safety1 About this document1.1 FunctionThis operating instructions provides all theinformation you need for mounting, connectionand setup as well as important instructions formaintenance and fault rectification. Please readthis information before putting the instrumentinto operation and keep this manual accessiblein the immediate vicinity of the device.1.2 Target groupThis operating instructions manual is directed totrained personnel. The contents of this manualmust be made available to the qualified person-nel and implemented.1.3 Symbols usedInformation, tip, noteThis symbol indicates helpful additionalinformation.Caution: If this warning is ignored, faultsor malfunctions can result.Warning: If this warning is ignored,injury to persons and/or serious damageto the instrument can result.Danger: If this warning is ignored, seri-ous injury to persons and/or destructionof the instrument can result.Ex applicationsThis symbol indicates specialinstructions for Ex applications.• ListThe dot set in front indicates a list withno implied sequence.→ ActionThis arrow indicates a single action.1 Sequence of actionsNumbers set in front indicate successivesteps in a procedure.Battery disposalThis symbol indicates special informa-tion about the disposal of batteries andaccumulators.2 For your safety2.1 Authorised personnelAll operations described in this documentationmust be carried out only by trained, qualifiedpersonnel authorised by the plant operator.During work on and with the device, the requi-red personal protective equipment must alwaysbe worn.2.2 Appropriate useVEGAPULS WL S 61 is a sensor for continuouslevel measurement.You can find detailed information about the areaof application in chapter "Product description".Operational reliability is ensured only if the inst-rument is properly used according to the speci-fications in the operating instructions manual aswell as possible supplementary instructions.2.3 Warning about incorrect useInappropriate or incorrect use of this productcan give rise to application-specific hazards,e.g. vessel overfill through incorrect mounting oradjustment. Damage to property and persons orenvironmental contamination can result. Also,the protective characteristics of the instrumentcan be impaired.2.4 General safety instructionsThis is a state-of-the-art instrument complyingwith all prevailing regulations and directives. Theinstrument must only be operated in a techni-cally flawless and reliable condition. The opera-tor is responsible for the trouble-free operationof the instrument. When measuring aggressiveor corrosive media that can cause a dangeroussituation if the instrument malfunctions, theoperator has to implement suitable measures tomake sure the instrument is functioning properly.During the entire duration of use, the user isobliged to determine the compliance of thenecessary occupational safety measures withthe current valid rules and regulations and alsotake note of new regulations.The safety instructions in this operatinginstructions manual, the national installationstandards as well as the valid safety regulationsand accident prevention rules must be observed