Explanation Of The Atex Label - ProMinent Sigma 1 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Declarations of Conformity for the pump
Special conditions X

2.2 Explanation of the ATEX label

Explanation of the pump's ATEX labelling Sigma S1Ba
Unit group
II No mines or associated underground systems, which can be endangered by firedamp - Unit for use in
other areas at risk from explosion
Other parameters
3G Ex h
2. Fit the motor correctly on the flange (qualified personnel).
Observe the coupling operating instructions!
With a claw coupling: The claw on the motor shaft must be fixed at
the correct height, see corresponding figure and table.
3. As you have converted an "incomplete machine" into a complete
machine, you must perform a conformity assessment, risk assess‐
ment, issue an EC Declaration of Conformity, fit your own company
nameplate, ... .
4. With ATEX pumps: additionally perform an ignition hazard assess‐
ment.
5. Complete the pump documentation / operating instructions.
Refer to the end of the operating instructions for the Declaration of Con‐
formity for the pump.
If there is an "X" at the end of the ATEX specification of a unit in a "Decla‐
ration of Conformity for ATEX Machines" or a "Declaration of Incorporation
for ATEX Machines", then special conditions apply for the safe operation
of the equipment in areas at risk from explosion.
Please refer in this respect to the operating instructions, design test certifi‐
cates and other documentation for the bought-in parts!
in accordance with Directive 2014/34/EU and standards EN ISO
80079-36, -37
(Example)
Explosion group
IIC for Group IIC gas
- Refer to the material safety data sheet for the gas or, for example,
Ä Tab. 1 'Example of the division of gases into explosion groups and temperature
classes' on page 23
IIB for Group IIB gas
- Refer to the material safety data sheet for the gas or, for example,
Ä Tab. 1 'Example of the division of gases into explosion groups and temperature
classes' on page 23
Temperature class
WARNING!
EX is relevant in areas at risk from explosion!
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