4. Transport, packaging and storage
4. Transport, packaging and storage
4.1 Transport
Check the pressure transmitter for any damage that may have been caused during
transportation.
Obvious damage must be reported immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage through improper transport
With improper transport, a high level of damage to property can occur.
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When unloading packed goods upon delivery as well as during
internal transport, proceed carefully and observe the symbols on the
packaging.
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With internal transport, observe the instructions in chapter 5.2
"Packaging and storage".
4.2 Packaging and storage
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).
Permissible conditions at the place of storage:
Storage temperature: -40 ... +85 °C (-40 ... +185 °F)
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Climate class (D) 1K4
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Humidity: 67 % relative humidity (no condensation)
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Avoid exposure to the following factors:
Direct sunlight or proximity to hot objects
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Mechanical vibration, mechanical shock (putting it down hard)
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Soot, vapour, dust and corrosive gases
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Hazardous environments, flammable atmospheres
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WIKA operating instructions, pressure transmitter, model MH-1
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