
PI-EX-SD-21-25
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4 Safety Regulations and Installation Notes
4.1 Installation and Operation
Follow the installation instructions.
When installing and operating the device, the applicable
safety directives (including national safety directives),
accident prevention regulations, as well as general
technical regulations, must be observed.
Do not repair the device yourself, but replace it with an
equivalent device. Repairs may only be carried out by the
manufacturer.
Install the device in a suitable housing with a suitable
degree of protection in accordance with IEC 60529 in order
to protect it from mechanical and electrical damage.
4.2 Safety Regulations for Installation in the
Potentially Explosive Area
Regulations for Intrinsically Safe Circuits
The safety data may be derived from the operating
instructions and the certificates (EC type examination
certificate; additional certificates if necessary).
Installation in Zone 2
Observe the specified conditions for use in potentially
explosive areas.
Installation in Areas With a Danger of Dust Explosions
Connection to intrinsically safe circuits in areas with a
danger of dust explosions (Zones 20, 21, or 22) is only
permitted if the equipment connected to this circuit is
approved for these zones (e.g., Category 1D, 2D, or 3D).
4.3 Use in Safety-Related Applications (SIL 3)
When using the PI-EX-SD-21-25 in safety-related
applications, observe the instructions in Section 9, as the
requirements differ for safety-related functions.
Installation, operation, and maintenance may
only be carried out by qualified specialist
personnel.
Access to the circuits within the device is
prohibited.
The device is suitable for IP20 degree of
protection if:
– It is installed outside the potentially
explosive area.
– The area around the device is clean and
dry.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
When taking measurements on the
intrinsically safe side, it is imperative that you
observe the relevant regulations regarding the
connection of intrinsically safe equipment.
Only use equipment approved for
intrinsically safe circuits.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
If the device has been used in
non-intrinsically safe circuits, it must not be
used again in intrinsically safe circuits.
Clearly label the module as being
non-intrinsically safe.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
The device is associated equipment of the
"intrinsic safety" protection type, and is suitable
for installation in Zone 2 if the symbol is
printed on the block.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
Install the device in a suitable housing with a
minimum of IP54 degree of protection.
Within this context, observe the requirements
of IEC 60079-14/EN 60079-14, e.g., steel
housing with a wall thickness of 3 mm.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
Disconnect the block before you:
– Snap it on or remove it.
– Connect or dismantle cables for
non-intrinsically safe circuits.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
Only use Category 3G PI-EX modules
(ATEX 94/9/EC).
WARNING: Risk of explosion
The device is not designed for use in areas
where there is a danger of dust explosions.