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ATEX: Supplementary instructions
7.1 General safety information
7.1.1 Scope of the document
These instructions are applicable only to the explosion-protection version of the
OPTIFLEX 1300 C TDR level transmitter. For all other data, use the Quick Start and other
chapters of the Handbook. If you do not have these documents, please contact the nearest
KROHNE office or download them from KROHNE's website www.krohne.com.
7.1.2 Instrument description
The OPTIFLEX 1300 C TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) level meter measures the level,
distance, volume and mass of liquids, liquid gases, pastes, powders, slurries and granular
products. It is also suitable for the continuous and simultaneous measurement of level and
interface of 2 liquids. Measurements are displayed via a DTM (device type manager) for remote
communication or an optional integrated display screen with wizard-driven setup and online
help functions.
The OPTIFLEX 1300 C is approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres when equipped
with the appropriate options.
7.1.3 Standards and approvals
INFORMATION!
The information in this chapter only contains the data applicable to explosion protection. The
technical data for the non-Ex version in the Handbook shall be valid in its current version,
provided that it is not rendered invalid or replaced by this chapter.
WARNING!
Installation, commissioning and maintenance may only be carried out by "Personnel trained in
explosion protection".
DANGER!
In compliance with European Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 100a), the ATEX version of the instrument
described in these Supplementary Instructions conforms to European Standards EN 50014 +A1
+A2, EN 50018 +A1, EN 50020, EN 50281-1-1 +A1, EN 50284 and EN 60079-15. The EEx ia and
EEx d [ia] versions are certified for use in hazardous areas by the KEMA Quality B.V. under
KEMA 04ATEX1219 X. The EEx nA version is certified for use in zone 2 under our sole
responsibility.
WARNING!
Carefully read the ATEX approval certificate for the OPTIFLEX 1300 C. Obey the boundary
conditions.
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