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Instructions Manual
Asynchronous Three-Phase Flameproof Motors
1. PRELIMINARY NOTES
1.1
Thank you for showing a preference to use WEGeuro motors. To enable you to
get the optimum performance from your motor it is recommended that the
following instructions are observed, giving special attention to the points with
the mark which are specially important for motors installed in Hazardous
Areas
1.2
All the Installation and Maintenance operations shall be made by trained
persons duly qualified to make interventions in this type of motors and they
must be familiarized with the requirements and safety rules in force, in
particular with the concept of protection.
1.3
To reduce to the minimum the risks of ignition due to the electric material in
dangerous areas, effective inspection and maintenance of the material must be
assured.
1.4
WEG motors are designed to be installed, put into service and used in
accordance with the characteristics included in this Instructions manual. The
following instructions must be read jointly with the standards :
•
EN 60079-14 2003
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IEC 60079-14 2002
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EN 60079-17 2003
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IEC 60079-17 2002
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EN 60079-19 2007
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IEC 60079-19 2006
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EN 61241-14 2004
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IEC 61241-14 2004
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EN 61241-17 2005
•
IEC 61241-17 2005
The non-respect of these instructions could not engage our responsibility
1.5
Our equipment is CE marked according to ATEX 94/9/CE directive. They are
designed to be used in explosive atmospheres - category 2 G, 2GD or M2 -
zones 1 and 2; 21 and 22.
1.6
The user must ensure himself of compatibility between the nameplate
indications and the surrounding hazardous atmosphere present, the classified
zone of use and the surface and ambient temperatures.
1.7
The WEGeuro Flameproof Motors in its standard execution are supplied with
flameproof terminal boxes
Ex d
. As optional can be supplied with Increase
Safety terminal boxes
Ex e
. In this case the description code for the motor
protection is
Ex de
