Use In An Explosion Hazard Area; Correct Use; Explosion Protection Identification; Maximum Surface Temperature - WAGNER GM 4700AC-H Translation Of The Original Operating Manual

VERSION 09/2011
OPERATING MANUAL
2.4

USE IN AN EXPLOSION HAZARD AREA

2.4.1

CORRECT USE

The unit is suitable for working liquid materials in accordance with the classifi cation into
explosion classes.
2.4.2

EXPLOSION PROTECTION IDENTIFICATION

As defi ned in the Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 95), the unit is suitable for use in areas where
there is an explosion hazard.
II 2G X
CE: Communautés Européennes
Ex: Symbol for explosion protection
II: Unit class II
2: Category 2 (Zone 1)
G Ex-atmosphere gas
X: Special Note
2.4.3

MAXIMUM SURFACE TEMPERATURE

X: The maximum surface temperature corresponds to the permissible material
temperature.
This and the permissible ambient temperature can be found in the "Technical Data"
chapter.
2.4.4

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safe handling of WAGNER spray units
Mechanical sparks can form if the unit comes into contact with metal.
In an explosive atmosphere:
Do not knock or push the unit against steel or rusty iron.
Do not drop the spray gun.
Use only tools that are made of a permitted material.
Ignition temperature of the coating material
Ensure that the ignition temperature of the coating material is above the maximum
surface temperature.
Medium supporting atomizing
To atomize the material, use only weakly oxidizing gases, e.g. air.
Cleaning
If there are deposits on the surfaces, the unit may form electrostatic charges. Flames or
sparks can form if there is a discharge.
Remove deposits from the surfaces to maintain conductivity.
2.5

REFERENCE TO GERMAN REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES

See chapter 3.3.
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