About This Manual - Rice Lake EL232 XPCD Installation Manual

About This Manual

The EL232 XPCD explosion proof remote display represents the latest in state-of-the-art microprocessor
technology specifically applied to the explosion proof weighing marketplace. This EL232 has been modified for
use in a hazardous electrical environment.
This manual provides information on installation of the EL232 XPCD. The installer should be familiar with the
National Electrical Code and RP 12.6 ( Recommended Practice ) requirements for installation of equipment in
hazardous areas (NEC Article 504, Intrinsically Safe Systems ) published through the Instrument Society of
America.
This equipment is intended only for industrial applications.
Warning
This instrument and accompanying equipment must be installed and serviced by an
authorized technician in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual.
Improper specification, installation, or service of this equipment could result in personal injury or property
damage.
Read all of the manual prior to installation. Do not assume that all hazardous area installations are identical.
Do not begin installation until all safety procedures are in place including lockouts, additional ventilation, or
washdowns. Make sure plant safety personnel have checked the area in which you will be working and have
officially declared it safe for work to proceed.
All explosion proof enclosures must remain closed unless being serviced by qualified personnel in an area
which safety inspectors have tested and declared safe. All other openings have sealoff fittings or plugs
provided. Each opening must have a sealoff fitting or plug correctly installed in it. Sealoff installation is
critical. Maximum voltage inside of enclosure must not exceed 250VAC.
The illustrations shown on the following pages represent a basic explosion proof flame control theory
(XPCD).
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