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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Table of contents Introduction ............................. 5 History ............................5 Checking the consignment ....................... 5 Transportation and storage ....................... 6 Notes on Warranty ........................6 Safety notes ............................7 Warning Symbols ........................7 Laws and directives ........................8 Conformity with European directives ..................8 Loss of safety of device with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i"...
Introduction These instructions contain all information required to commission and use the device. Read the instructions carefully prior to installation and commissioning. In order to use the device correctly, first review its principle of operation. The instructions are aimed at persons mechanically installing the device, connecting it electronically, configuring the parameters and commissioning it, as well as service and maintenance engineers.
Siemens Industry, Inc. assumes no liability for errors or omissions in this document or for the application and use of information in this document. The information herein is subject to change without notice.
Safety notes This device left the factory in good working condition. In order to maintain this status and to ensure safe operation of the device, observe these instructions and all the specifications relevant to safety. Observe the information and symbols on the device. Do not remove any information or symbols from the device.
Safety notes 2.2 Laws and directives Laws and directives Observe the test certification, provisions and laws applicable in your country during connection, assembly and operation. These include, for example: ● National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA) ● Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) (Canada) Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example: ●...
Safety notes 2.4 Loss of safety of device with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i" Qualified personnel for hazardous area applications Persons who install, connect, commission, operate, and service the device in a hazardous area must have the following specific qualifications: ●...
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Safety notes 2.4 Loss of safety of device with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i" Venting Gauge Block Installation Instructions Hardware Installation Manual, 12/2014, A5E34388399-AD...
It is absolutely necessary that you follow the safety rules, notes and requirements of the compact operating instructions before assembly, commissioning and also during operation of the positioner. You can find the compact operating instructions on the supplied CD or on the Internet under: http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/documentation (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/documentation) WARNING...
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Installing/mounting 3.1 Basic Safety Instructions WARNING Impermissible accessories and spare parts Danger of explosion in areas subject to explosion hazard. • Only use original accessories or original spare parts. • Observe all relevant installation and safety instructions described in the instructions for the device or enclosed with the accessory or spare part.
Installing/mounting 3.1 Basic Safety Instructions 3.1.2 Unsuitable Compressed Air NOTICE Caution Use of process fluids other than instrument air is not recommended. No claim is made as to the suitability of this product for use with other process fluids. 3.1.3 Prior to working on the control valve CAUTION Please note the following before working on the control valve and when attaching the...
Installing/mounting 3.1 Basic Safety Instructions 3.1.4 Proper Mounting NOTICE Incorrect mounting The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper mounting. • Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device. • Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used.
Installing/mounting 3.2 Introduction Introduction In that condition where you are using a Double Acting SIPART PS2 with a Single Acting actuator, the following must be considered: With loss of supply air the Double Acting SIPART PS2 will lock in the last position. This prevents the actuator spring from returning the valve to its fail-safe position.
Installing/mounting 3.3 Pneumatic Connections Model Option Codes R2F Venting Gauge Block, Double Acting, ¼” NPT connections R2E Venting Gauge Block, Double Acting, G 1/4 connections Pneumatic Connections Refer to Installation drawings for the locations of the pneumatic connections. The supply and output connections are 1/4"...
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Installing/mounting 3.3 Pneumatic Connections season of the year. Under no circumstances should the dew point, at line pressure, exceed 2°C (35.6°F). Oil Content – The maximum total oil or hydrocarbon content, exclusive of non-condensable, should not exceed 1 ppm under normal operating conditions. Venting Gauge Block Installation Instructions Hardware Installation Manual, 12/2014, A5E34388399-AD...
(e.g. processor, memory, operating system)? ● A copy of the product Service Instruction, User’s Manual, or other technical literature should be at hand. The Siemens public Internet site (see the table) has current revisions of technical literature, in Portable Document Format, for downloading.
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Service and maintenance 4.1 Maintenance For support and the location of your local Siemens representative, refer to the table below for the URL of the Process Instrumentation (PI) portion of the Siemens public Internet site. Once at the site, click Support in the right column and then Product Support. Next select the type of support desired: sales, technical (see the table below), documentation, or software.
Dimension drawings Installation and Outline Drawings The following installation and outline drawings are used with this device: A5E34493121A Rev AB - Installation Drawing, Venting Gauge Block, PS2, FP (16152-1431) A5E34493121B Rev AB - Installation Drawing, Venting Gauge Block, PS2 (16152-1432) Venting Gauge Block Installation Instructions Hardware Installation Manual, 12/2014, A5E34388399-AD...