Intended Use; Basic Safety Information - Burkert 8077 Manuel D'utilisation

Intended use

2 inTenDeD use
use of the device that does not comply with the instructions
could present risks to people, nearby installations and the
environment.
The flowmeter type 8077 is intended to measure the flow rate of
fluids, especially of viscous fluids.
▶ Use this device in compliance with the characteristics and the
conditions of commissioning and use specified in the contrac-
tual documents and in this manual.
▶ Protect the device against electromagnetic interference, ultra-
violet rays and, when installed outdoors, against the effects of
climatic conditions
▶ Only operate a device in perfect working order.
▶ Properly transport, store, install and operate the device.
▶ Only use the device as intended.
Type 8077
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bAsic sAfeTy informATion

This safety information does not take into account:
• any contingencies or occurrences that may arise during assembly,
use and maintenance of the devices.
• the local safety regulations that the operator must ensure the staff
in charge of installation and maintenance observe.
risk of injury due to high pressure in the installation.
risk of injury due to electrical voltage.
risk of injury due to high temperatures of the fluid.
risk of injury due to the nature of the fluid.
Various dangerous situations
To avoid injury take care:
▶ not to use the device for the measurement of gas flow rates.
▶ not to use this device in explosive atmospheres.
▶ not to use this device in an environment incompatible with the
materials it is made.
▶ not to make any internal or external modifications to the device.
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