2 Safety instructions
2.1 Intended application
The COM 223/253 transmitter is a field-tested
and reliable measuring transmitter used to
determine the oxygen concentration of liquid
media.
The transmitter COM 223/253 is particularly
suitable for use in the following areas:
• Sewage treatment plants
• Sewage treatment
• Drinking water
• Water conditioning and monitoring
• Surface water (rivers, lakes, oceans)
• Fish farming
2.2 General safety instructions
This device has been manufactured for safe
operation according to the state of the art in
engineering and conforms to the applicable
regulations and European standards (see
Technical data). It has been designed
according to EN 61010-1 and has left the
manufacturer’s works in perfect condition.
However, if used improperly or for purposes
other than the intended purpose, it may be
dangerous, e.g. due to incorrect connection.
Warning:
•Operating this instrument in any
way other than as described in
these instructions may compro-
mise the safety and function of the
measuring system and is therefore
impermissible.
•The notes and warnings in these
installation and operating instruc-
tions must be strictly adhered to!
2.3 Installation, start-up, operation
Warning:
•This device may only be installed,
connected electrically, commis-
sioned, operated and serviced by
properly trained personnel autho-
rised by the system operator.
•The personnel must be familiar
with these operating instructions
and must adhere to the
instructions described therein.
•Make sure that the power supply
ratings match the data specified
on the nameplate before you
connect the instrument to a power
source.
•A clearly identified mains
disconnecting device must be
installed close to the instrument.
•Live components can be touched
through the vent slots in the
housing and the openings on the
rear of the housing. Do not insert
any tools, wires or similar objects
into these slits (only COM 223).
•Check that all connections have
been properly made before
powering up the system!
•Damaged equipment that may be
dangerous must not be operated
and should be clearly identified as
being defective.
•Any troubleshooting of the measur-
ing system is to be performed
exclusively by authorised, trained
personnel.
•If faults cannot be remedied, the
instrument must be removed from
service and secured to prevent
accidental start-up.
•Repairs not described in these
operating instructions may only be
performed at the manufacturer’s
works or by the Endress+Hauser
Service Organisation.
Safety instructions Liquisys M COM 223 / 253
4Endress+Hauser