Instruction manual

7232 Radar Tank Gauge
Varec, Inc. 5
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Designated Use
The 7532 Radar Tank Gauge (7532 RTG) is a compact radar level transmitter for the continuous,
contact less measurement of liquids. The device can also be freely mounted outside closed
metal vessels because of its operating frequency of about 6 GHz and a maximum radiated
pulsed energy of 1mW (average power output 1
W). Operation is completely harmless to
humans and animals.
2.2 Installation, Commissioning, and Operation
The 7500 Series Radar Tank Gauges have been designed to operate safely in accordance with
current technical, safety and EU standards. If installed incorrectly or used for applications for
which it is not intended, however, it is possible that application-related dangers may arise, e.g.
product overflow due to incorrect installation or calibration. For this reason, the instrument
must be installed, connected, operated, and maintained according to the instructions in this
manual: personnel must be authorized and suitably qualified. The manual must have been read
and understood, and the instructions followed. Modifications and repairs to the device are
permissible only when they are expressly approved in the manual.
2.3 Operational Safety and Process Safety
Alternative monitoring measures must be taken to ensure operational safety and process safety
during configuration, testing, and maintenance work on the device.
2.3.1 Hazardous areas
Measuring systems for use in hazardous environments are accompanied by separate “Ex
documentation”, which is an integral part of this Operating Manual. Strict compliance with the
installation instructions and ratings as stated in this supplementary documentation is
mandatory.
• Ensure that all personnel are suitably qualified.
• Observe the specifications in the certificate as well as national and local regulations.
2.3.2 FCC approval
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.