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Internal II 3 G Ex h IIC T4 Gc External II 2 G Ex h IIB T4 Gb A364-18-993 E2M40 400V 3ph 50Hz Exdb IIB A365-18-993 E2M80 400V 3ph 50Hz Exdb IIB ATEX EM175/275 Pumps – Hydrocarbon Oil Internal II 3 G Ex h IIC T3 Gc...
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Additional Legislation and Compliance Information EU RoHS Directive: Material Exemption Information This product is compliant with the following Annex III Exemptions: 6(b) Lead as an alloying element in aluminium containing up to 0.4% by weight • 6(c) Copper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight •...
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Flameproof motor maintenance instructions Trademark credit Edwards and the Edwards logo are trademarks of Edwards Limited, Innovation Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9TW. Disclaimer The content of this manual may change from time to time without notice. We accept no liability for any errors that may appear in this manual nor do we make any expressed or implied warranties regarding the content.
A36418880_A - Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1 Scope and definitions This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for Group II Category 2 ATEX pumps in respect to ignition sources external to the pump and Group II Category 3 ATEX pumps in respect to ignition sources internal to the pump. You must use the pumps as specified in this manual.
A four‑pole, three‑phase ATEX approved flameproof motor provides direct drive through an ATEX certified flexible coupling to the E2M40/80/175 and 275 pumps. A plastic cooling fan is attached to the drive coupling on the E2M40/80 pumps. The E2M175/275 are water‑cooled.
Table 1 ATEX certification ATEX certification Pump type Internal External E2M40, 80 II int 3 G Ex h IIC T4 Gc II ext 2 G Ex h IIB T4 Gb E2M175, 275 II int 3 G Ex h IIC T3 Gc...
Normal operation of the rotary vane pumps is defined by this instruction manual used in conjunction with the specific pump manual (A36404880 for E2M40/80 and A36604880 for E2M175/275). Instructions in this manual take precedence over those in the specific pump manual.
A36418880_A - Abnormal operation 3. Abnormal operation The following usage of the equipment is prohibited: ▪ Use of the equipment in a zone with a higher ATEX category than that applied to the equipment (for example, using category 2 equipment in a category 1 system). ▪...
Note: Customers should be aware that there might be differences in dimensions, terminal box size and position when sourcing replacement motors. Table 2 Overall length Pump type Length (mm) E2M40 E2M80 E2M175 1010 E2M275 1110 4.1.2 Mass...
Data measured at ultimate vacuum 1 metre from end of the pump. Table 4 Noise data Pump Variant dB (A) E2M40 3 ph 400 V 50 Hz E2M80 3 ph 400 V 50 Hz E2M175 3 ph 400 V 60 Hz E2M275 3 ph 400 V 60 Hz 4.5 Vibration data...
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A36418880_A - Technical data Nominal Full load Start‑up Recommended Frequency Power Pump supply current current fuse rating (Hz) (kW) E2M275 50/60 14.5 Page 12...
A36418880_A - Installation 5. Installation The system as supplied by us is configured for operation as defined in this manual. This is an ATEX approved system and no modifications may be made to the system and maintenance is restricted to the activities listed in Maintenance on page 19.
A36418880_A - Installation ▪ The pump must not be able to restart until a fault condition has been cleared. ▪ Your control must incorporate a manual reset device, which you must use to restart the system after a fault condition. ▪...
Table 6 Cable gland reference Gland thread Pump type ATAV motor CEMP motor E2M40/80 E2M175/275 5.3.2 Connect the pump to your electrical supply WARNING: Ensure that the electrical installation of the pump conforms to your local and national safety requirements. It must be connected to a suitably fused and protected electrical supply with a suitable earth point.
A36418880_A - Installation 5.3.3 Connection of additional thermal protection devices EM40/80 pumps No additional thermal protection devices are required. EM175/275 pumps The external thermal snap switch located on the body of the pump, must be connected to an intrinsically safe circuit in accordance with EN60079-7 and installed in accordance with EN60079-14.
A36418880_A - Operation 6. Operation Note: We recommend that you obtain and read the Vacuum pump and vacuum system safety manual (publication number P40040100), available from us or your supplier. WARNING: If you supply your own control system you must include emergency stop devices. These should be fitted with restart lockouts such that a new start command may only take effect after the lockouts have intentionally been reset.
A36418880_A - Operation WARNING: You must obey the instructions within this manual. Failure to do so will compromise the ATEX compliance and may cause harm, injury or death to persons. Switch on the inert gas purge to remove air from the pump and the exhaust pipeline before the process starts.
A36418880_A - Maintenance 7. Maintenance 7.1 Safety information WARNING: Obey the safety and maintenance instructions and take note of appropriate precautions. Failure to do this will compromise the ATEX certification and may cause harm, injury or death to persons. WARNING: To ensure seal integrity of the pump following any maintenance, you need to ensure that the oil box gasket is positioned correctly and that the bolts are tightened to the values stated in...
9 ‑ 11 E2M175/275 7.3 Control intervals of ATEX coupling insert (E2M40/80/175/275) The elastic insert of the ATEX coupling should be checked after the first 2000 hours or 6 months of operation. If no wear is observed, following inspections should occur after every 4000 hours or 12 months of operation, whichever is sooner.
A36418880_A - Service and spares 8. Service and spares For standard maintenance kits please refer to the individual instruction manual provided. For all other spares please contact us. 8.1 Return the equipment or components for service Before you send your equipment to us for service or for any other reason, you must send us a completed Declaration of Contamination of Vacuum Equipment and Components –...
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