Yokogawa EJX115A - Manual (Page 6)

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IM 01C25T01-06EN
1.1 Safe Use of This Product
For the safety of the operator and to protect the
instrument and the system, please be sure to follow
this manual’s safety instructions when handling this
instrument. If these instructions are not heeded,
the protection provided by this instrument may be
impaired. In this case, Yokogawa cannot guarantee
that the instrument can be safely operated. Please
pay special attention to the following points:
(a) Installation
• This instrument may only be installed by an
engineer or technician who has an expert
knowledge of this device. Operators are not
allowed to carry out installation unless they
meet this condition.
• With high process temperatures, care must
be taken not to burn yourself by touching the
instrument or its casing.
• Never loosen the process connector nuts when the
instrument is installed in a process. This can lead
to a sudden, explosive release of process fluids.
• When draining condensate from the pressure
detector section, take appropriate precautions to
prevent the inhalation of harmful vapors and the
contact of toxic process fluids with the skin or eyes.
• When removing the instrument from a
hazardous process, avoid contact with the
process fluid and the interior of the meter.
• All installation shall comply with local installation
requirements and the local electrical code.
(b) Wiring
• The instrument must be installed by an engineer
or technician who has an expert knowledge of
this instrument. Operators are not permitted to
carry out wiring unless they meet this condition.
• Before connecting the power cables, please
confirm that there is no current flowing through
the cables and that the power supply to the
instrument is switched off.
(c) Operation
• Wait 10 min. after the power is turned off before
opening the covers.
(d) Maintenance
• Please carry out only the maintenance
procedures described in this manual. If you
require further assistance, please contact the
nearest Yokogawa office.
• Care should be taken to prevent the build up of dust
or other materials on the display glass and the name
plate. To clean these surfaces, use a soft, dry cloth.
(e) Modification
• Yokogawa will not be liable for malfunctions or
damage resulting from any modification made
to this instrument by the customer.
1.2 Warranty
• The warranty shall cover the period noted on
the quotation presented to the purchaser at the
time of purchase. Problems occurring during
the warranty period shall basically be repaired
free of charge.
• If any problems are experienced with this
instrument, the customer should contact the
Yokogawa representative from which this
instrument was purchased or the nearest
Yokogawa office.
• If a problem arises with this instrument,
please inform us of the nature of the problem
and the circumstances under which it
developed, including the model specification
and serial number. Any diagrams, data and
other information you can include in your
communication will also be helpful.
• The party responsible for the cost of fixing the
problem shall be determined by Yokogawa
following an investigation conducted by Yokogawa.
• The purchaser shall bear the responsibility for
repair costs, even during the warranty period, if
the malfunction is due to:
- Improper and/or inadequate maintenance by
the purchaser.
- Malfunction or damage due to a failure
to handle, use, or store the instrument in
accordance with the design specifications.
- Use of the product in question in a location
not conforming to the standards specified by
Yokogawa, or due to improper maintenance
of the installation location.
- Failure or damage due to modification or
repair by any party except Yokogawa or an
approved representative of Yokogawa.
- Malfunction or damage from improper
relocation of the product in question after
delivery.
- Reason of force majeure such as fires,
earthquakes, storms/floods, thunder/
lightening, or other natural disasters, or
disturbances, riots, warfare, or radioactive
contamination.