RAE PowerPak User’s Guide
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Operation Area and Conditions
Hazardous Areas classified by Zones
RAE PowerPak is intended to be used in mines susceptible to
firedamp or hazardous areas classified for zone 0, zone 1 or zone 2,
within the temperature range of -40º C to +55º C, where gases of
explosion groups IIA, IIB or IIC and T4 may be present.
Hazardous Areas classified by Divisions
RAE PowerPak is intended to be used in hazardous areas
classified for Class I Div. 1 or 2, within the temperature range of
-40º C to +55º C, where gases of explosion groups A, B, C or D
and temperature class T4 may be present.
Instruction For Safe Use
Strictly follow the instructions for safe use. Application of the
RAE PowerPak requires full understanding and strict observation
of the instructions.
The RAE PowerPak can be charged in hazardous areas by a
charger complying with the intrinsically safe input entity
parameters.
The RAEPowerPak can be charged outside hazardous areas by a
charger complying with the Um parameter.
The internal encapsulated battery units can only be exchanged with
the original RAE Systems battery, Part Number: F03-3002-000, in
a safe area or with a "hot zone" permit.
The RAEPowerPak can be connected and disconnected inside the
hazardous area.
