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2 Information on safety
2.1 Safety messages and hazard categories
These operating instructions contain safety messages to alert you to poten-
tial hazards and risks. In addition to the instructions provided in these oper-
ating instructions, you must comply with all directives, standards and safety
regulations applicable at the installation site of the product. Verify that you are
familiar with all directives, standards and safety regulations and ensure com-
pliance with them prior to using the product.
Safety messages in these operating instructions are highlighted with warning
symbols and warning words. Depending on the severity of a hazard, the
safety messages are classified according to different hazard categories.
NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can
result in equipment damage.
2.2 Intended use
This product may only be used for measuring the level in fuel oil tanks with a
height of up to 4.5 metres and in water tanks with a height of up to 4 metres.
Any use other than the application explicitly permitted in these operating
instructions is not permitted and causes hazards.
Verify that the product is suitable for the application planned by you prior to
using the product. In doing so, take into account at least the following:
• All directives, standards and safety regulations applicable at the installa-
tion site of the product
• All conditions and data specified for the product
• The conditions of the planned application
In addition, perform a risk assessment in view of the planned application,
according to an approved risk assessment method, and implement the
appropriate safety measures, based on the results of the risk assessment.
Take into account the consequences of installing or integrating the product
into a system or a plant.
Information on safety
NOTICE
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DIT 10
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