ATEX, IECEx and HazLoc Ratings and Classifications
The Alfred Solenoid Controlled Guard Lock is certified and rated for use within ATEX, IECEx and HazLoc environments of the
following ratings;
Approvals
IECEx BAS 20.0080X
BAS21UKEX0009X
SGS20ATEX0171X
SGSNA/21/CA/00001X
Specific Conditions of Use
1.
It is the responsibility of the installation engineer to ensure that a suitable IECEx/ATEX/UKEX equipment certified cable
gland is installed in accordance with IEC60079-14, which meets the IP rating of IP67, to ensure that this is maintained on
the enclosure. See Electrical Connection section for further detail.
2.
Flameproof Joints of the Ex Rated Solenoid Module enclosure are not intended to be repaired.
3.
If required, any replacement Lid assembly fasteners must be identical to those as supplied by Fortress and as detailed in
the
Lid Assembly Requirements
section of this document. The specification of these are M8 x 14mm, property class of
A2-70 with a minimum yield strength of 700 MPa to ISO 3506, ISO 262, ISO 965-1, and ISO 965-3.
4.
When used for a Group III application, the adhesive labels and non-metallic coatings may store electrostatic charge and
become a source of ignition. Guidance on protection against the risk of ignition due to electrostatic discharge can be found
in IEC TS 60079-32-1. Cleaning of the adhesive labels and non-metallic coatings should only be done with a damp cloth.
WARNING
– Do not open device when an explosive atmosphere is present!
WARNING
– Do not open device when energised!
The purchaser or Installation Engineer should be aware of any External effects or Aggressive substances that the
Alfred Solenoid Controlled Guard Lock may be exposed to and should inform Fortress accordingly.
Symbol Description
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Operating Instructions: Alfred Solenoid Controlled Guard Lock
ATEX and IECEx product ratings;
(as per IEC 60079-0)
II 2 G Ex db h IIC T6 Gb
II 2 D Ex h tb IIIC T85°C Db IP67
Tamb -20°C to +60°C
North American HazLoc product ratings;
(as per NEC 500, CEC Annex J)
Class I, Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D T4
Class II, Division 2, Groups F,G T110˚C
Class III, Division 2
(as per NEC 505, CEC 18)
Class I, Zone 1, AEx db IIC T4 Gb
Zone 21, AEx tb IIIC T110°C Db IP67
Warning Electricity
Direct Opening Action
Locking monitoring of
locking elements
