AGF-PV-30, AGF-PV-S2, AGF-T-30, K-
AGF-PV-30, RAF-PV-30, ADF-PV-30
1 Introduction
This quick guide will assist you in starting up the unit. Follow
the safety notices or injury to health or property damage may
occur. Carefully read the original operating instructions in-
cluding information on maintenance and troubleshooting
prior to startup. These are located on the included CD and on-
line at
Please direct any questions to:
Bühler Technologies GmbH
Harkortstraße 29
40880 Ratingen
Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 21 02 / 49 89-0
Fax: +49 (0) 21 02 / 49 89-20
These operating instructions are a part of the equipment. The
manufacturer reserves the right to change performance-, spe-
cification- or technical data without prior notice. Please keep
these instructions for future reference.
1.1 Intended Use
The filters were designed specifically for front panel installa-
tion in analysers or systems. All types can be used for filtering
sample gas.
When used in explosive atmosphere areas
Under certain conditions the filters and filter elements may
further be used in areas with explosive atmosphere. The pro-
visions and specifications in chapter "Use in explosive atmo-
sphere areas" must be observed in addition to the other spe-
cifications in these operating instructions.
1.2 Scope of delivery
• 1 x Filter
• Product documentation
2 Safety instructions
The equipment must be installed by a professional familiar
with the safety requirements and risks.
Be sure to observe the safety regulations and generally applic-
able rules of technology relevant for the installation site. Pre-
vent malfunctions and avoid personal injuries and property
damage.
The operator of the system must ensure:
• Safety notices and operating instructions are available
and observed,
• The respective national accident prevention regulations
are observed,
• The permissible data and operational conditions are
maintained,
• Safety guards are used and mandatory maintenance is
performed,
• Legal regulations are observed during disposal,
• compliance with national installation regulations.
DANGER
Toxic, corrosive gases
The measuring gas led through the equipment can be hazard-
ous when breathing or touching it.
a) Check tightness of the measuring system before putting
it into operation.
b) Take care that harmful gases are exhausted to a save
place.
c) Before maintenance turn off the gas supply and make
sure that it cannot be turned on unintentionally.
d) Protect yourself during maintenance against toxic / cor-
rosive gases. Use suitable protective equipment.
WARNING
Fragile
Leaking toxic or explosive gasses may cause poisoning/injury.
a) Protect the equipment from external blows.
b) Protect the unit from falling objects.
3 Use in explosive atmosphere areas
Intended Use
AGF-PV-30. AGF-PV-S2, AGF-T-30. K-AGF-PV-30 and RAF-PV-30
filters may be used in Zone 1 and 2 areas with explosive atmo-
sphere. Explosion classes IIA, IIB and IIC are approved. The fil-
ters have no innate ignition source and do not fall into the ap-
plication of Directive 2014/34/EU and therefore do not bear
the CE mark.
The filters are marked as follows
Filter type
Marking:
AGF-PV-30
Ex II 2/2G c IIC TX X, -5°C <T
amb
< +60 °C
AGF-PV-S2
Ex II 2/2G c IIC TX X, -5°C <T
amb
< +60 °C
AGF-T-30
Ex II 2/2G c IIC TX X, -5°C <T
amb
< +60 °C
K-AGF-PV-30
Ex II 2/2G c IIC TX X, -5°C <T
amb
< +60 °C
RAF-PV-30
Ex II 2/2G c IIC TX X, -5°C <T
amb
< +60 °C
ADF-PV-30
do not use in EX areas!
The ambient temperatures must not be below -5 °C or above
60 °C.
The highest surface temperature is directly affected by the
temperature of the medium introduced. The medium intro-
duced must not exceed the maximum temperature of 100 °C.
If necessary, a temperature monitor should be installed.
When operating the filters with moisture detector and con-
troller, these must be inherently safe according to EN
60079-11.
When using a moisture detector, its working temperature
may deviate from those specified here and limit the approved
ambient temperature range of the filter as well as the per-
missible medium temperatures.
Depending on the process conditions, pressure or flow sensors
may be required for continuous monitoring. If the process
holds a risk of flame propagation a flame arrestor must be in-
stalled.
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