Stahl 8562/5, Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety instructions
3 Residual current circuit-breaker with
integral overcurrent protection 8562/5
3 Safety instructions
The most important safety instructions are summarized in this section. They supplement
the corresponding regulations which the staff responsible must study.
When working in areas, subject to explosion hazards, the safety of personnel and plant
depends on complying with all relevant safety regulations. Assembly and maintenance
staff working on installations therefore have a particular responsibility. They require
precise knowledge of the applicable standards and regulations.
Use the miniatur circuit-breakers in accordance with their designated use and for their
intended purpose only (see “Function“ on page 3). Incorrect or impermissible use or non-
compliance with these instructions invalidates our warranty provision. No modifications
or alterations to the devices impairing their explosion protection are permitted.
The miniatur circuit-breakers must only be fitted and operated if they are undamaged, dry
and clean.
4 Conformity to standards
The devices comply with the following standards and directive:
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Directive 94/9/EC
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EN 50014, EN 50018, EN 50019
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EN 61009
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IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-1, IEC 60079-7
5 Function
The series 8562 residual current circuit-breaker with overcurrent protection is used in
hazardous areas and protects cables against overload and short-circuit, and also
personnel by limiting the duration of residual currents by switching off. It is designed for
fitting into an enclosure with type of protection “Increased safety e“.
As a user, please observe:
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national safety and accident prevention regulations,
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national assembly and installation regulations (e.g. IEC 60079-14),
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generally recognised technical regulations,
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safety instructions and information in these operating instructions,
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characteristic values and rated operating conditions on the rating and data plates,
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instruction plates on the unit,
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that any damage can invalidate the Ex-protection.
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The devices are approved for use in areas subject to explosion hazards of zone 1 and 2.