5. Transport, packaging and storage/6. Commissioning, operation
5. Transport, packaging and storage
5.1 Transport
Check the pressure transmitter for any damage that may have been caused during transportation.
Obvious damage must be reported immediately.
5.2 Packaging
Do not remove packaging until just before mounting.
Keep the packaging as it will provide optimum protection during transport (e.g. change in installation site, sending for
repair).
5.3 Storage
Permissible conditions at the place of storage:
Storage temperature: -40 ... +120 °C, for cable outlet a limited temperature range of -40 ... +90 °C applies
WARNING!
Before storing the instrument (following operation), remove any residual media. This is of particular
importance if the medium is hazardous to health, e.g. caustic, toxic, carcinogenic, radioactive, etc.
6. Commissioning, operation
CAUTION!
Prior to commissioning, the pressure transmitter must be subjected to a visual inspection.
Leaking fluid is indicative of damage.
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Only use the pressure transmitter if it is in perfect condition with respect to safety.
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CAUTION!
The pressure transmitter must not be exposed to any condensation.
WIKA operating instructions OEM pressure transmitter, model OT-1
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