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Manual ML 564 Important Note: It is essential for safety that the installer and user of the Expo system follow these instructions. Please refer to the standard for principles and definition. These instructions apply only to the pressurizing system. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the pressurized enclosure to provide instructions for the enclosure.
Section 1: System Specification ....................1 ® MiniPurge Control Unit Data....................2 Vortex Cooling Assembly ......................3 Relief Valve Unit and Purge Outlet Valve with integral spark arrestor........3 Section 2: Quick User Guide ......................4 Installation ..........................4 Operation of the System ......................4 Section 3: Application Suitability ....................6 Section 4: Description and Principle of Operation ..............7 Section 5: Main Components .....................9 Air Supply Filter / Regulator......................9...
For limitations and conditions of use refer to the applicable certificates. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
Yellow On completion of an uninterrupted purge cycle of the required length, the system will indicate purge complete. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
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If an obvious problem has not been highlighted and corrected, follow the procedures in the Fault Finding section. If all checks have been carried out and the system still does not perform as expected, contact your local distributor or Expo Technologies. ML564 | v3...
® The following materials are used in the construction of MiniPurge systems. If substances that will adversely affect any of these materials are present in the surrounding environment, please consult Expo Technologies for further guidance. Materials of Construction Stainless Steel...
This system has been specifically designed to maintain a stable internal pressure within the enclosure. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
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Normal Operation Fault Condition - loss of pressure outside of CLAPS regulation ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
This valve receives a signal from the purge timer that indicates the completion of the purge cycle and verifies that the pressurization signal is still present. If both conditions are satisfied a signal is sent to indicate that the purge ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
The cable from the switch is terminated in the /PA terminal box. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
The pneumatic vortex cooling assembly is an automatic cooling system that allows the purge control unit to be used in areas with an ambient temperature of up to +60°C. The Vortex Cooling Assembly comprises of the Pneu- ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
® The MiniPurge is designed for use under normal industrial conditions of ambient temperature, humidity and vibration. Please consult Expo before installing this equipment in conditions that may cause stresses beyond ® normal industrial conditions.The MiniPurge system must be installed by a competent person in accordance with relevant standards, such as IEC / EN 60079-14, and any local codes of practice.
Technical modifications to the switch are not permitted. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
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Power to apparatus that is already suitable for use in hazardous locations need not be isolated by the MiniPurge system. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
For normal operation of the system, after commissioning has been carried out it is possible to turn the air supply valve on or off to start or stop the system. After this, the purge and pressurization sequence is automatic. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011...
To adjust the lift off pressure of the Relief Valve: • Attach test equipment as described in the Commissioning Section. ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
General Information If you are having problems that cannot be corrected using one of the methods described, please call Expo or your supplier for further assistance. If the system is less than 12 months old, parts under warranty should be returned to Expo for investigation.
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IECEx EPS 14.0092X Ex d limit switch EPS 14 ATEX 1766 X ML564 | v3 Page Expo Technologies UK Expo Technologies US Expo Technologies China T: +44 (0) 20 8398 8011 T: +1 (440) 247 5314 T: +86 532 8906 9858 E: sales@expoworldwide.com...
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If substances that will adversely affect any of these materials are present in the surrounding environment, please consult Expo Technologies for further guidance. This equipment is designed for use under normal industrial conditions of ambient temperature, humidity and vibration. Please consult Expo Technologies before installing this equipment in conditions that may cause stresses beyond normal industrial conditions.
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II 2(3) GD MiniPurge systems are manufactured under Production Quality Assurance Notification SIRA 99 ATEX M043, issued by SIRA Certification Service, Notified Body No 0518. Signed for and on behalf of Expo Technologies Ltd., John Paul de Beer hn Paul de...
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Expo Technologies Inc. Expo Technologies Ltd. Qingdao Expo M&E Technologies Co. Ltd 9140 Ravenna Road Unit #3 Unit 2 The Summit, Hanworth Road 329 Huashan Er Lu Twinsburg Sunbury on Thames Jimo City, Qingdao, Shandong Province OH 44087, USA TW16 5DB, UK...
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