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Hazard level Indication
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury
NOTICE:
• A potential situation which, if not avoided,
could result in undesirable conditions
• A practice not related to personal injury
Hazard categories
Hazard categories can either fall under hazard levels or let specific symbols replace the ordinary hazard
level symbols.
Electrical hazards are indicated by the following specific symbol:
Electrical Hazard:
These are examples of other categories that can occur. They fall under the ordinary hazard levels and may
use complementing symbols:
• Crush hazard
• Cutting hazard
• Arc flash hazard
Safety regulations for Ex-approved products in potentially explosive
atmospheres
Description of ATEX
The ATEX directives are a specification enforced in Europe for electrical and non-electrical equipment.
ATEX deals with the control of potentially explosive atmospheres and the standards of equipment and
protective systems used within these atmospheres. The relevance of the ATEX requirements is not limited
to Europe. You can apply these guidelines to equipment installed in any potentially explosive atmosphere.
General guidelines
ATEX compliance is only fulfilled when the pump is operated within its intended use, for example within
its intended hydraulic range. The conditions of the service must not be changed without approval of an
authorized ITT representative. When installing or maintaining ATEX-compliant pumps, follow these
guidelines:
• Always install ATEX-approved equipment in compliance with the directive and applicable standards
(IEC/EN 60079–14).
• Do not install FM-approved products in locations that are classified as hazardous in the national
electric code, ANSI/NFPA 70–2005.
WARNING:
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance manuals clearly identify accepted methods for disassembling
units. These methods must be adhered to. Trapped liquid can rapidly expand and result in a violent
explosion and injury. Never apply heat to impellers, propellers, or their retaining devices to aid in their
removal.
If there are any questions regarding these requirements, the intended use, or if the equipment requires
modification, contact an ITT representative before you proceed.
Personnel requirements
ITT disclaims all responsibility for work done by untrained and unauthorized personnel.
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