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EX-Ventilatoren / EX Fans (Ventilatoren für den Einsatz in explosionsgefährdeten Bereichen) (Fans for use in area in explosion-capable areas) (fläktar för användning i explosiv miljö) (Вентиляторы для применения во взрывоопасных условиях) (Wentylatory przeznaczone do pracy w strefach zagrożonych wybuchem) Montage- und Betriebsanleitung Installation and Operating Instructions Anvisningar för montering och drift Руководство...
Warranty 2.4.3 Personnel for operation, use, maintenance and cleaning Operation, use, maintenance and cleaning may only be done by trained personnel with the authorisation to do so. The operating personnel must possess knowledge of how to use the fans. In the event of a disturbance or an emergency, they must be able to react correctly and suitably.
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Delivery, transport, storage CARE Hazard from cutting! › Wear protective gloves when unpacking. Check delivery " Check the Ex fans for obvious defects or other defects which can impair safe operation. " Above all pay attention to the connection wire, terminal boxes, rotor, cracks in the housing, missing rivets, screws or covering caps.
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Description Description With a view to the selection of materials, the EX fans fulfil the requirements of Standard DIN EN 14986 (Construction of fans for use in explosion-capable areas) as a result of specific protective measures in the area of possible contact sur- faces between rotating and stationary components (rotor/admission nozzle) Identification Example...
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Description Designation Kind of ignition „c“ Constructive DIN EN 13463-5 protection safety „d“ Pessureproof DIN EN 60079-1 encapsulation Ex d „e“ increased DIN EN 60079-7 safety Production of sparks, light arcs or inadmissible temperatures which Ex e could act as a source of ignition is prevented by additional measures and an increased degree of safety.
Housing and axial rotor are made of galvanised and powder-coated sheet steel (RAL9005). The fans of the AW-EX series can be used for temperature classes T1, T2 and T3 AW-EX355 and 420 also T4). They convey explosion-capable gases in Zone 1 and Zone 2 as well as groups IIA and IIB.
4 V: 4/4-poled variable motor, S: 6/6- poled variable motor, 4: 4/4-poled 6: 6/6-poled Mechanical version Explosion-protected fan Table 5: Type key of the AW-EX series 5.4.4 Name plate (example) Fig. 2: Name plate of the AW-EX series Legend Manufacturer‘s information...
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Description AXCBF-EX series / AXC-EX axial fans 5.5.1 Types AXCBF-EX 250 AXCBF-EX 400 AXCBF-EX 315 AXCBF-EX 500 AXCBF-EX 630 AXCBF-EX 800 AXC-EX 355 ... AXC-EX 1600 5.5.2 Description • Aerodynamic rotor • Hub and blades of aluminium die cast • Housing hot-galvanised steel to DIN EN ISO 1461 •...
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Description Temperature Max. input power in proportion to nominal power in % 40 °C 100 % 45 °C 95 % 50 °C 90 % 55 °C 85 % 60 °C 80 % Table 6: Motor load Fig. 3: Fans of the AXCBF-EX / AXC-EX series with accessories Legende Protection guard MP (4x angle 90°)
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Number of poles Table 7: Type key of the AXCBF-EX / AXC-EX series 5.5.4 Name plate (example) Systemair GmbH, 97944 Boxberg - Windischbuch Deutschland Manufacturer‘s information Tel: +49 (0) 7930-92720 Fax: +49(0) 7930-927293 www.systemair.de Product order number Type no. / blade angle Pa.
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They may be operated in the part voltage area. Use of electronic or transforming control appliances, with the exception of frequency inverters, is admissible. Use of control devices from Systemair GmbH is recommended. Control devices from other manufacturers must have the same or better quality! Fig.
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Description 5.6.3 Type designation Example RVK-EX 315D4 (ATEX) Duct fan Size / rotor diameter Variable Number of poles 4: 4-4poled Mechanical version ATEX ATEX registration Table 8: Type key of the RVK-EX series 5.6.4 Name plate (example) Manufacturer‘s information Type designation Voltage / frequency current / date Current / motor insulation class Output / protection class...
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Description DVEX roof fans series 5.7.1 Types DVEX 315D4 DVEX 500D6 DVEX 355D4 DVEX 560D6 DVEX 400D4 DVEX 630D6 DVEX 450D4 5.7.2 Description • Integrated thermo-contacts (PTC) • Ignition protection class “Ex e” (increased safety) • Motor protection by posistor in combination with a suitable motor protection device with EC test type certification •...
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400V 400V Table 9: Type key of the DVEX series 5.7.4 Name plate (example) Manufacturer‘s information Systemair GmbH Seehöfer Strasse 45 Type designation 97944 Boxberg GERMANY Fan type: DVEX 400D4 PA-Nr: Output / voltage / frequency / current / speed...
Assembly Assembly NOTE The safety information in Section 6 applies to all the fans described in these operating instructions. Safety information Keep to the following order in order to rule out the risk of injuries from rotating parts: Assemble Connect to energy HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable atmosphere! On the intake side, a protective grid has been attached in order to rule out the risk from foreign bodies.
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4,20 6,45 Table 10: Minimum air gap of various construction sizes NOTE on the condensation opening of the AW-EX series Pay attention in installation: In installation in a vertical motor shaft position, condensation cannot escape. Installation and operation only admissible in a horizontal shaft position...
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Assembly RVK-EX duct fans 6.3.1 Preconditions • The RTRD control devices and UEK motor protection devices supplied by RTRD must be fitted outside the explosion- capable area. • When complying with the material combinations, the following minimum gaps must also be complied with: –...
Electrical connection WARNING Danger from falling parts! › Check the underground (ceiling/wall) for strength before assembly, › when selecting the fitting material, pay attention to the weight, vibration tendency and shearing forces (weight, see name plate). " Fit the fan on a firm base with suitable fitting material "...
DIN VDE 0160/5.88 Art.6.5.2.1 are to be fulfilled. " Connect the thermo-contacts/posistor connections to a motor protection device. For the AW-EX series, please remember " Seal the screw connections on lids of plastic terminal boxes with sealing putty. " Depending on the kind of cable insert, provide water discharge bends or use sealing putty.
Electrical connection RVK-EX duct fans " Connect the lines according to the connection diagram on the stator or fan housing. The electrical data can be seen from the name plate or the enclosed data sheet. Ex motors additionally have a marked external earth conductor connection. "...
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Commissioning Commissioning NOTE The safety information in Section 8.1 applies to all the fans described in these operating instructions. Preconditions HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable gas/air atmosphere! When commissioning the EX fan, the fundamental information from BGR 104 (explosion protection rules of the employers‘...
Commissioning Commissioning WARNING Risk from electrical voltage! › Electrical connection only by trained and instructed qualified personnel! 8.4.1 Check air gap " AW-EX/AXC-EX/AXCBF-EX: Check the minimum air gap between blade tip and housing once again (see Table 11). " DVEX: Check the distance between rotor and nozzle, it must be between 4 mm and 8 mm. "...
Operation Operation Safety information HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable gas/air atmosphere! When commissioning the EX fan, the fundamental information from BGR 104 (explosion protection rules of the employers‘ insurance schemes) and BGR 132 (avoidance of risk of ignition as a result of electro- static charges) must be known.
Maintenance/troubleshooting Maintenance/troubleshooting HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable gas/air atmosphere! › In maintenance work and troubleshooting, the following order must be complied with! There may not be any explosion-capable atmosphere. 2. Switch the fan off. Open or tip the fan. WARNING Risk from electrical voltage! ›...
" Replace the bearings after the end of the period of use for the grease or in cases of damage. For this, request our maintenance instructions or get in touch with our repair department (special tool). " When changing the ball bearings, only use original replacement parts (special greasing) from the firm of Systemair.
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Maintenance/troubleshooting 10.3.2 Damage to the fan HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable gas/air atmosphere! › Repair or replacement of the fan parts is expressly not allowed with EX-examined products. " In all cases of damage (e.g. coil damage), get in touch with our service department. Defective EX fans must be completely replaced.
De-installation / dismantling De-installation / dismantling HAZARD Hazard of explosion of an ignition-capable gas/air atmosphere! Do not open or tip the fan if an explosive atmosphere exists. WARNING Risk from electrical voltage! › Switching off and de-installation only by a trained electrician or trained and instructed qualified per- sonnel! ›...