Warnings - Siemens SITRANS FC430 Operating Instructions Manual

6.1.1

Warnings

Sensor and transmitter ordered separately
If the sensor and the transmitter are ordered separately, a "Set To Default" routine must be
performed. This can be done via SIMATIC PDM or via menu item 3.3.3 in HMI.
Dangerous high voltage
Certain parts inside the device carry dangerous high voltage. The housing must be closed
and grounded before switching on the device.
Improper handling
The sensor connected to this device can be operated with high pressure and corrosive media.
Therefore improper handling of the device can lead to serious injuries and/or considerable
material damage.
6.2 General requirements
Before commissioning it must be checked that:
● The device has been installed and connected in accordance with the guidelines provided
in Installing/mounting (Page 41) and Connecting (Page 63).
● Device installed in hazardous areas meets the requirements described in Use in hazardous
areas (Page 17).
6.3 Local commissioning
6.3.1 Local display
The device is commissioned/operated with the touch keypad on the local display.
The elements are actuated by touching the glass panel on the appropriate key. Pressing harder
will not activate the key, but using a thumb instead of a finger tip will help. The text display
above the operating elements gives a menu-guided operation of the individual device function/
parameters. Successful operation of the key is confirmed by a small green LED at the right of
the display.
FC430 (From firmware 4.0)
Operating Instructions, 06/2017, A5E39789392-AA
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Commissioning
6.3 Local commissioning
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