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Manual for Induction Motors and Generators
6 -
Safety Instructions
3BFP 000 050 R0101 REV E
Conformity according to standards
As well as conforming to the standards relating to mechanical and electrical characteristics,
motors designed for explosive atmospheres must also conform to the following IEC or EN
standards:
EN 60079-0;
Std. concerning General Requirements for Explosive Atmospheres
EN 60079-2;
Std. concerning Ex p protection
EN 60079-7;
Std. concerning Ex e protection
EN 60079-15;
Std. concerning Ex nA protection
EN 61241-1;
Std. concerning combustible dust, Ex tD protection
IEC 60079-0;
Std. concerning General Requirements for Explosive Atmospheres
IEC 60079-2;
Std. concerning Ex p protection
IEC 60079-7;
Std. concerning Ex e protection
IEC 60079-15; Std. concerning Ex nA protection
IEC 61241-0;
Std. concerning General Requirements for combustible dust
IEC 61241-1;
Std. concerning combustible dust, Ex tD protection
NFPA 70;
National Electric Code (NEC)
C 22-1-98;
Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code)
ABB machines (valid only for group II) can be installed in areas corresponding to following
marking:
Atmosphere (EN);
G - explosive atmosphere caused by gases
D - explosive atmosphere caused by dust
Incoming inspection
•
Immediately upon receipt check the machine for external
damage and if found, inform the
forwarding agent without delay.
•
Check all rating plate data, especially voltage, winding connection (star or delta), category,
type of protection and temperature marking
.
Notice following rules during any operations!
WARNING: Disconnect and lock out before working on the machine or the driven equipment.
Ensure no explosive atmosphere is present while the work is in progress.
Zone (IEC)
Category (EN)
Marking
1
2
Ex px, Ex pxe, Ex e
2
3
Ex nA, Ex N, Ex pz, Ex
pze