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Rosemount 2160

Emerson Process Management

Rosemount Measurement

8200 Market Boulevard

Chanhassen, MN USA 55317

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This installation guide provides basic guidelines for the Rosemount 2160. It does not

provide instructions for detailed configuration, diagnostics, maintenance, service,

troubleshooting, or installations. Refer to the Rosemount 2160 Reference Manual

(Document Number 00809-0100-4160) for more instruction. Manuals are available

electronically on www.rosemount.com.

Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury

• The Rosemount 2160 is a wireless liquid level switch. It must be installed, connected,

commissioned, operated, and maintained by suitably qualified personnel only,

observing any national and local requirements that may apply

• Use the equipment only as specified. Failure to do so may impair the protection

provided by the equipment

Explosions could result in death or serious injury

• Installation of the 2160 in a hazardous environment must be in accordance with the

appropriate local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Please

review the Product Certifications section for any restrictions associated with a safe

installation

• Before connecting a Field Communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure the

instruments are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field

wiring practices

• Verify that the operating atmosphere of the 2160 is consistent with the appropriate

hazardous locations certifications

External surface may be hot

• Care must be taken to avoid possible burns

Process leaks could result in death or serious injury

• Install and tighten process connectors before applying pressure

• Do not attempt to loosen or remove process connectors while the 2160 is in service

Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury

• Make sure that the 2160 is not powered when making connections

• If the liquid level switch is installed in a high voltage environment and a fault condition

or installation error occurs, high voltage may be present on leads and terminals

• Use extreme caution when making contact with the leads and terminals. High voltage

that may be present on leads can cause electrical shock

Emerson Process Management

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P.O. Box 1046

CH 6341 Baar

Switzerland

Tel +41 (0) 41 768 6111

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