Velocity VL-D2 C1X05 Series Manual

1) Introduction
The D2xC1 is an ATEX, IECEx and UL certified Alarm Horn and Strobe
which produces a loud warning signal and bright visual signal in a
hazardous area. Sixty-Four first stage alarm sounds can be selected
by internal switches and each one can be externally changed to a
second, third or fourth stage alarm sound. The unit may be used for
Gas applications in Zone 2 / Class I Zone 2 / Class I, Division 2 as well
as for Dust applications in Zone 22 / Class II Zone 22 / Class II Divison
2 / Class III Division 1 & 2. The beacon flashes at a set rate of 1Hz.
The D2xC1X05DC024 is also listed as Audible & Visual Appliances for
use in Fire Alarm Systems Private Mode in accordance with UL464
Tenth Edition & UL1638 Fourth Edition.
2) Warnings
SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS II, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C AND D
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS II, DIVISION 2, GROUPS E, F AND G HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS
WARNING: DO NOT OPEN WHEN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF ANY COMPONENT
MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF ANY COMPONENTS
MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS II, DIVISION 2.
POTENTIAL ELECTROSTATIC CHARGING HAZARD – CLEAN ONLY WITH A
DAMP CLOTH
USE HEAT RESISTANT CABLES AND CABLE GLANDS (RATED 90ºC OR HIGHER)
EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT REMOVE OR REPLACE LAMPS, FUSES OR PLUG-
IN MODULES UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED OR THE AREA IS
KNOWN TO BE FREE OF IGNITIBLE CONCENTRATIONS OF FLAMMABLE GASES
OR VAPORS.
EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE THE CIRCUIT IS LIVE OR
UNLESS THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE FREE OF IGNITIBLE CONCENTRATIONS.
DO NOT PAINT
NE PAS PEINTURER
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3) Ratings and Markings
3.1 ATEX / IECEx certification
The D2xC1 Alarm Horn and Strobe complies with the
following standards:
EN60079-0:2012+A11:2013 / IEC60079-0: ed. 6.0 (2011-06)
EN60079-15:2010 / IEC60079-15: ed. 4.0 (2010-01)
EN60079-31:2009 / IEC60079-31: ed. 1.0 (corr. 1 2009)
The EC-Type Examination Certificate DEMKO
14ATEX4786493904X / IECEx ULD14.0004X has been issued by
UL. This confirms compliance with the European ATEX
Directive 94/9/EC for Group II, Category 3G/D equipment.
The unit carries the Community Mark and subject to local
codes of practice, may be installed in any of the EEA member
countries. This instruction sheet describes installations which
conform to the current issue of EN60079-14/IEC60079-14
Electrical Installation in Hazardous Areas; EN60079-10-1 / IEC
60079-10- 1 Explosive Atmospheres - Classification of Areas.
Explosive Gas Atmospheres; EN60079-10-2 / IEC 60079-10-2
Explosive Atmospheres - Classification of Areas. Explosive
Dust Atmospheres. When designing systems for installation
outside the UK, the local Code of Practice should be
consulted.
The D2XC1X05 is rated as follows:
CE marking:
Zones, Gas/Dust Groups and Temperature Classification
When connected to an approved system the D2X unit may be
installed in:
May be used with gases in groups:
Having a temperature classification
(for Gas applications) of:
Doc: GLT-313-7-1
II 3G Ex nA IIC T2 Gc (Ta -40ºC to +50°C)
II 3D Ex tc IIIC T90ºC Dc (Ta -40ºC to +50°C)
Zone 2 explosive gas air mixture not likely to occur
in normal operation, and if it does, it will
only exist for a short time.
Zone 22 explosive dust air mixture not likely to
occur in normal operation, and if it does, it
will only exist for a short time.
Group IIA propane
Group IIB ethylene
Group IIC hydrogen / acetylene
T1 450ºC
T2 300ºC
Issue: 001 Date: 28/10/2020