
register
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RSH-EC_Cap_1_en
Rev. 1.1 - 07/2013
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ATEX identification and type plates
1.1 ATEX identification
Review
The complete ATEX identification is located on the type plate of the lens
system which is fitted to the fibre-optical interface (
see fig. 1.1).
The type plate contains the ATEX identification
for the optical part
.
Fig. 1.1
ATEX identification
No . Symbol
Description
The CE symbol means that a conformity evaluation process has
been carried out for the equipment. The equipment complies with
valid standards.
0123
Identification number of the specified authority (official quarters)
which has certified the quality assurance system according to 94/
9/EC.
The EX symbol means that the equipment was inspected with
regard to danger of explosion by an approved EC inspection
authority.
II
The equipment classification is unit group II (electrical
equipment for explosive areas except mines).
2
Category 2 means that the equipment is suitable for zone 1.