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General Safety Instructions
The devices must be used only for the permitted purpose. Incorrect or impermissible use
or non-compliance with these instructions invalidates our warranty provision.
Any alterations and modifications to the device impairing its explosion protection are not
permitted. Use the device only if it is undamaged and clean.
Installation, maintenance, overhaul and repair may only be carried out by appropriately
authorised and trained personnel.
Observe the following information during installation and operation:
Any damage can invalidate the explosion protection
National and local safety regulations
National and local accident prevention regulations
National and local assembly and installation regulations (e.g. IEC/EN 60079-14)
Generally recognized technical regulations
Safety instructions in these operating instructions
Characteristic values and rated operating conditions on the rating and data plates
Additional instruction plates fixed directly to the device
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Conformity to Standards
The relevant standards are listed in the EC Declaration of Conformity or IECEx Certificate
of Conformity. These documents are available for download in the download area on the
internet page www.stahl-ex.com.
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Transport and Storage
Transport and storage are only permitted in the original packing.
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