Vortex FP Compact Installation & Operation Manual
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Issue 1, January 2013
Figure 1 – System Base-Plate View
2. INSTALLATION
General Notes
:
Vortex FP Compact weighs approximately 37.5Kg. Appropriate lifting equipment must be
used when transporting and mounting the system.The surface to which the system will be
mounted, and the fixings used must be able to support its weight adequately.
Care should be taken so as to avoid damage the painted finish of the system.
Vortex FP Compact has an ingress protection rating of IP66 and is therefore suitable for
outdoor installation. It is recommended however that a suitable sun-shade and rain canopy
is fitted.
Cabling must be in accordance with the recognised standards of the appropriate authority in
the country concerned and meet the electrical requirements of the field devices.
Field cables must be connected to the system using ATEX certified Exd cable glands, which
are suitable for the type of cable used. Crowcon recommends Steel Wire Armoured (SWA)
Warning
This product is designed for use in Zone 1, Zone 2 hazardous areas, and is certified
ATEX Ex d IIB+H
2
.
Installation must be in accordance with the stipulations made on the ATEX certificate,
and the recognised standards of the appropriate authority in the country concerned.
For further information please contact Crowcon. Prior to carrying out any installation work
ensure local regulations and site procedures are followed.
AC
mains
Terminals
Node Controller Module
Quad Input
Module(s)
Relay Output
Module(s)
DC Power Distribution
Terminals Modules
Power
Supply Unit
