Rockwell Automation Publication 1769-UM021G-EN-P - October 2015
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Install the CompactLogix 5370 L2 Controller
Chapter 2
European Hazardous Location Approval
The following applies when the product bears the Ex Marking.
This equipment is intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as defined by European Union Directive 94/9/EC and has been found to
comply with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements relating to the design and construction of Category 3 equipment intended for use in
Zone 2 potentially explosive atmospheres, given in Annex II to this Directive.
Compliance with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements has been assured by compliance with EN 60079-15 and EN 60079-0.
ATTENTION:
This equipment is not resistant to sunlight or other sources of UV radiation.
WARNING:
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This equipment must be installed in an enclosure providing at least IP54 protection when applied in Zone 2 environments.
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This equipment shall be used within its specified ratings defined by Rockwell Automation.
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Provision shall be made to prevent the rated voltage from being exceeded by transient disturbances of more than 40% when
applied in Zone 2 environments.
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Secure any external connections that mate to this equipment by using screws, sliding latches, threaded connectors, or other
means provided with this product.
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Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
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Enclosure must be marked with the following: "Warning - Do not open when energized." After installation of equipment into
the enclosure, access to termination compartments shall be dimensioned so that conductors can be readily connected.
ATTENTION: Prevent Electrostatic Discharge
This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which can cause internal damage and affect normal operation. Follow these
guidelines when you handle this equipment:
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Touch a grounded object to discharge potential static.
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Wear an approved grounding wriststrap.
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Do not touch connectors or pins on component boards.
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Do not touch circuit components inside the equipment.
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Use a static-safe workstation, if available.
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Store the equipment in appropriate static-safe packaging when not in use.
