Safety instructions
6 Installation information 22013821A 04/06
IND4x9 / BBA4x9
Installation and
retrofitting
▲ Only install or perform maintenance work on the weighing terminal,
accompanying weighing platforms and accessories in the hazardous zone if the
following conditions are fulfilled:
– the owner has issued a permit ("spark permit" or "fire permit"),
– the area has been rendered safe and the owner's safety co-ordinator has
confirmed that there is no danger,
– the necessary tools and any required protective clothing are provided (danger
of the build-up of static electricity).
▲ The certification papers (certificates, manufacturer’s declarations) must be
present.
▲ Connection values of externally connectable devices and cables of other
manufacturers must be known, e.g. capacitances, inductances and current
consumption.
▲ Lay cables in such a way that they are protected from damage.
▲ Only route cables into the housing of the system modules via the earthing cable
gland or METTLER TOLEDO plug and ensure proper seating of the seals. Ensure
that the cable shields are connected correctly and that they have a secure
connection to the housing.
▲ If the device is used in conjunction with an automatic or manual filling plant, all
of the system modules must be equipped with a permanently wired emergency
stop circuit, independent of the system circuit, in order to prevent personal injury
or damage to other items of equipment.
▲ Establish an equipotential bonding.
▲ If the weighing platforms are installed in a pit, test whether primary explosion
protection is required.
▲ Cover unused connection sockets with protective caps.
▲ Mount the labelling for operation in hazardous areas, see Section 3.4.3.
▲ After connectors have been mounted, screw on the securing clamps for external
connectors.
Operation ▲ Prevent the build-up of static electricity. Therefore:
– Always wear suitable working clothes when operating or performing service
work on the system.
– Do not rub or wipe off the keyboard surface with a dry cloth or glove.
▲ Do not use protective hoods.
▲ Prevent damage to the weighing terminal. Hairline cracks in the keyboard
membrane are also considered damage.
▲ If the weighing terminal, accompanying weighing platforms or accessories are
damaged:
– Switch off the weighing terminal
– Separate the weighing terminal from the mains in accordance with the
applicable regulations
– Secure the weighing terminal against accidental start-up
▲ Always charge the storage batteries in a safe zone.