1 Safety
Field Xpert
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Hauser
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Safety
1.1
Designated use
Field Xpert is an industrial PDA with integrated 3.5" touchscreen based on Windows Mobile. It
offers wireless communication via Bluetooth or WiFi interfaces. The Bluetooth interface can be used
in combination with a HART or FOUNDATION fieldbus modem to connect directly to HART or
FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 devices. The WiFi interface can be used to connect with HART or
FOUNDATION fieldbus devices via a gateway, e.g. Hauser Fieldgate FXA520 for HART or
SFC162 gateway for FOUNDATION fieldbus. Field Xpert also works as a stand-alone device for
asset management applications. It may be used only for the purposes described in these Operating
Instructions and only in conjunction with third-party devices and components recommended or
approved by Hauser.
1.2
Commissioning and operation
To ensure that the product operates correctly and safely, Field Xpert must be transported, stored,
connected, operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Personnel
must be authorized and have the necessary qualifications.
1.3
Operational safety
Operating environment
Field Xpert meets the requirements of the EU guidelines for the various operating environments in
which it is designed to operate. The permitted operating conditions must be observed, see also Field
Xpert CD-ROM (folder Documentation\Field Xpert\Safety Instructions)
Hazardous areas
• The non-Ex version of Field Xpert may not be operated in explosion hazardous areas
• The Ex version (ATEX) of Field Xpert may be operated hazardous areas, Zone 1
• The VIATOR Bluetooth modem is ATEX, FM and IS certified and may be operated hazardous
areas, Zone 1
• The Softing FFblue Bluetooth modem is ATEX certified and may be operated hazardous areas,
Zone 1
• Once a modem has been used in a non-Ex installation, it should never be used in an
Ex installation, as there is a danger that the protective circuits have been inadvertently
overloaded and no longer function correctly.
Repair
Do not open the Field Xpert housing. It does not contain any parts which the user needs to service
or repair. In the event of a fault or defect, please return the Field Xpert to Hauser. Opening
the Field Xpert invalidates the guarantee and Ex approval. The VIATOR Bluetooth and FFblue
modem may be opened in order to replace the batteries, as described in this manual.
1.4
Declaration of conformity
A CE declaration of conformity has been issued for the Ex and non-Ex versions. The relevant
documents can be found here:
Field Xpert CD-ROM (folder: Documentation\Field Xpert\Confirmations)
1.5
Technical improvement
Hauser reserves the right to make technical improvements hardware and software at any
time and without prior notification. If such improvements do not affect the operation of the device,
they are not documented. If the improvements affect operation, a new version of the Operating
Instructions will be issued.
