FMT230, FMT250
THERMAL MASS FLOWMETER | CI/FMT230/250-EN REV. B
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Installation instructions
The installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of
devices in potentially explosive atmospheres must only be
carried out by appropriately trained personnel. Works may be
carried out only by persons, whose training has included
instructions on different types of protection and installation
techniques, concerned rules and regulations as well as general
principles of zoning. The person must possess the appropriate
competences for the type of work to be conducted.
When operating with combustible dusts, comply with
EN 60079-31.
The safety instructions for electrical apparatus in potentially
explosive areas must be in accordance with Directive
2014/34/EU (ATEX) and IEC 60079-14 (Installation of electrical
equipment in potentially explosive areas).
Comply with the applicable regulations for the protection of
employees to ensure safe operation.
It is essential that the temperature classes as per the approvals
in ‘
Temperature data
on page 13’ are observed.
The information in the installation diagram
3kxf000094G0009
on page 53 must be observed.
Use in areas exposed to combustible dust
When using the device in areas exposed to combustible dusts
(dust ignition), the following points must be observed:
• The maximum surface temperature of the device may not
up-scale 85 °C (185 °F).
• The process temperature of the attached piping may up-
scale 85 °C (185 °F).
Opening and closing the terminal box
DANGER
Danger of explosion if the device is operated with the
transmitter housing or terminal box open!
Before opening the transmitter housing or the terminal box,
note the following points:
• A valid fire permit must be present.
• Make sure that there is no explosion hazard.
• Switch off the power supply and wait for t > 20 minutes
before opening.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to live parts!
When the housing is open, contact protection is not provided
and EMC protection is limited.
• Before opening the housing, switch off the power supply.
See also
Opening and closing the housing
on page 40.
Only original spare parts must be used to seal the housing.
Note
Spare parts can be ordered from ABB Service.
www.abb.com/contacts
