Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
MAN-02-04-97-0713-EN Rev. 1
October 2019
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General Safety Instructions
Section 1: General Safety Instructions
Section 1: General Safety Instructions
1.1
Range of Applications
The Bettis XTE3000 electric actuator covered in this manual is designed for the operation of
any type of industrial valve used in heavy industrial, chemical, and petrochemical facilities.
Emerson will not be liable for potential damage resulting from use in anything other than
these designated applications. Such risk lies entirely with the user.
WARNING
Installation, configuration, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs must be performed
by approved and qualified personnel only.
Bettis electric actuators are designed in accordance with the applicable international rules
and specifications; nonetheless, the following regulations must be observed in any case:
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The general installation and safety regulations
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The plant specific regulations and requirements
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The proper use of personal protective devices (glasses, clothing, gloves)
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The proper use of tools, lifting and transport equipment
1.2
Safety Instructions for Installation in
Hazardous Areas
WARNING
When installing in a hazardous area as defined by the applicable rules, verify that the
actuator nameplate conforms to site safety requirements.
WARNING
Installation, configuration, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs must be performed
by approved and qualified personnel only.
The XTE3000 is designed according to IEC/EN 60079-0, IEC/EN 60079-1, and
IEC/EN 50079-31 standards. Different types of protection are available, depending
on the marking printed on the actuator label:
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Ex d IIB Txx, Ex d IIC Txx with “Explosion-proof” terminal board enclosure, or
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Ex d e IIB Txx, Ex d e IIB+H2 Txx, Ex d e IIC Txx with “Increased safety”
terminal board enclosure
These are suitable for use in hazardous areas classified as at risk of explosion caused by the
presence of gas and dust.
The XTE3000 has IP66/68 degree of protection according to EN 60529.