Sales and Service Contacts ......................10 Overview The A540 Series ground clamps are key to creating a quality temporary connection for antistatic grounding applications. The clamp features three teeth to penetrate dirt, corrosion, and road grime when in use. The teeth are constructed of stainless steel to ensure lasting operation, and isolated from the clamp handle to allow operators to establish ground and a ground-verification signal in a single clamp action.
30710PA Technical Specifications NOMINAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE -40°C 90°C JUNCTION BOX HEIGHT 10.75 in. [27.3cm] INCLUDES STRAIN RELIEF WIDTH 3.0 in. [7.62cm] DEPTH 3.0 in. [7.62cm] WEIGHT 5 lbs. (2.27 kg) INGRESS PROTECTION Weatherproof, raintight, and dust tight CONDUIT ENTRIES ONE ¾” TRADE SIZE HOLE + FACTORY INSTALLED CABLE ON BOTTOM Class I, Division 1 &...
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30710PA Accessories Ground Verification Monitor: The A240 series ground verification monitors are designed to mitigate the danger of static buildup by verifying the presence of a high quality and reliable earth-ground bond. With the presence of a ground path for static to dissipate, loading and unloading of flammable or combustible liquids can be done safely.
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30710PA Wiring Diagram 877.582.3569 REV A 2020/12/11...
Installation INSTALLATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL A540 Series ground clamps are suitable for installation and use in ordinary and specific hazardous locations (listed in technical specifications section) as defined by NEC NFPA70 and IECEx standard 60079. Installation to be performed by a qualified professional.
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30710PA Electrical To be installed per NEC NFPA70 requirements for U.S. installations. • Installation in other regions must conform to local electrical codes. Instructions provided below • are general guidelines and may not cover local requirements. 1. Remove the lid from the A540 junction box. 2.
Maintenance SERVICE SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED HAZARDOUS LOCATION TECHNICIAN. REPLACE PARTS WITH GENUINE DIXON OR APPROVED EQUIVALENT PARTS; SUBSTITUTION MAY IMPAIR INTRINSIC SAFETY. The A540 has few parts that will require regular maintenance and is designed for long service periods.
7. Once loading is complete, remove all other process connections, then the A540 last. 8. Return the A540 clamp to the isolated storage facility, verifying the indicator remains red. Warranty For warranty claims and information regarding coverage, please contact Dixon Support at +1 (877) 582-3569 877.582.3569...
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