WARNING
Enclosure open
Danger of explosion in hazardous areas as a result of hot components and/or charged capacitors inside the device.
Proceed as follows to open the device in a hazardous area:
1. Isolate the device from power.
2. Observe the wait time specified in the operating instructions or on the warning sign before opening the device.
WARNING
Hot, toxic or corrosive process media
Danger of injury during maintenance work.
When working on the process connection, hot, toxic or corrosive process media could be released.
● As long as the device is under pressure, do not loosen process connections and do not remove any parts that are
pressurized.
● Before opening or removing the device ensure that process media cannot be released.
WARNING
Improper connection after maintenance
Danger of explosion in areas subject to explosion hazard.
● Connect the device correctly after maintenance.
● Close the device after maintenance work.
6.4
Replacing the device
CAUTION
Corrosive substances
Danger of chemical burns when replacing the sensor.
The sensor in the device contains corrosive substances that result in burns on unprotected skin.
● Make sure that the sensor enclosure is not damaged when replacing the sensor.
● If contact with the corrosive substances occurs, rinse the affected skin immediately with large amount of water to dilute
substance.
6.5
Return procedure
Enclose the bill of lading, return document and decontamination certificate in a clear plastic pouch and attach it firmly to the
outside of the packaging.
Required forms
● Delivery note
● Return goods delivery note (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/returngoodsnote)
with the following information:
– Product (item description)
– Number of returned devices/replacement parts
– Reason for returning the item(s)
● Decontamination declaration (http://www.siemens.com/sc/declarationofdecontamination)
With this declaration you warrant "that the device/replacement part has been carefully cleaned and is free of residues.
The device/replacement part does not pose a hazard for humans and the environment."
SITRANS FC430 with HART (7ME4613, 7ME4603, 7ME4623, 7ME4713)
A5E03736889-002, 12/2013
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