4. Transport, packaging and storage
4. Transport, packaging and storage
4.1 Transport
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 4.2 "Packaging and storage".
Shocks can cause small bubbles to form in the fill fluid
of filled instruments. This has no effect on the function of
the instrument.
Check the instrument for any damage that may have been caused.
In the event of any damage, do not commission the instrument and
contact the manufacturer immediately.
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 ... +70 °C [-40 ... +158 °F]
Protect the instrument from dust.
Avoid the following influence:
Mechanical vibration, mechanical shock (putting it down hard)
WIKA operating instructions, test gauge model 3
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