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Application of European Directives
ATEX Directive
The equipment has classification:
CE Ex II 2G Ex h IIC T6 Gb.
For use in potentially explosive atmospheres in
zones (surrounding atmosphere to Directive
1999/92/EC) 1 and 2, please read and pay
attention to the following information:
The equipment is made of non-sparking material
(bronze/brass). When triggered, the equipment can
produce sparks mechanically due to impacts with
metal or similar. The impact velocity when triggered
is over 1 m/s. The impact energy is over 500 J. The
plant manufacturer or owner must take this into
consideration when dividing into zones.
If used in potentially explosive atmospheres, the
plant manufacturer or owner is responsible for
discharging or preventing possible static charge.
The ATEX classification of the proximity switch in
the VZ 10 pneumatic rail hook is included on the
VZ 10 sub-assembly rating plate.
Read and pay attention to the information in the
Installation & Operating Manual of manufacturer
Pepperl & Fuchs.
You can find this on the manufacturer’s website
(www.pepperl-fuchs.com).
Storing and transporting the
equipment
Attention!
Storing or transporting the equipment
incorrectly can damage it.
Make sure the equipment remains dry
and is protected against corrosive
atmospheres.
Please contact the manufacturer if you
wish to transport or store the
equipment in different conditions.
Storing the equipment
Please observe the following items when storing
the equipment:
Do not store the equipment for more than 12
months.
The equipment and all components must be
protected against jolts and impacts.
Store the equipment only in closed rooms that
meet the following environmental conditions:
Air humidity below 50 %, not condensing
Indoor air: clean, salt-free and non-corrosive
Temperature 5–40 °C.
Make sure that all these requirements are
always met when storing the equipment.
Please contact the manufacturer if you cannot
comply with the recommended storage
conditions.
Transporting the equipment
Meet the requirements for storage also when
transporting the equipment.
For short distances (only a few metres) you can
transport the equipment unpacked.
When transporting the equipment over larger
distances use the original packaging.
If you do not have the original packaging use a
box that protects the equipment adequately
against corrosion and physical damage.
