VA-P_man_Rev06-2013_UK_(uk) | 18.06.2013
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ATEx
For use in Atex environments, pumps in
conductive plastic have to be used. All
pumps made of conductive Polyethylene
(pump code VA-Pxx GG) and pumps made
of conductive PTFE (pump code VA-Pxx UU)
are ATEX certified.
II 2 GD c IIB Tx. The
pumps have to be grounded following
the instructions on page 8.
When using conductive diaphragms at the
liquid side, no restrictions are applicable.
When using non - conductive diaphragms,
the following protective measures have to be
taken into account:
Pumped liquid must be conductive or
soluble in water
Dry running have to be prevented by
means of monitoring systems
which are placed in the pump system
WARNINgS
The following warnings are for the setup,
use, grounding, maintenance, and repair
of this equipment. The exclamation point
symbol alerts you to a general warning
and the hazard symbol refers to procedure
specific risk. When these symbols appear
in the body of this manual, refer back to
these warnings. Additional, product-specific
warnings may be found throughout
the body of this manual where applicable.
FIRE AND ExPLOSION HAzARD
Flammable fumes, such as solvent and paint fumes, in work area can ignite or
explode. To help prevent fire and explosion:
Use equipment only in well ventilated area.
Eliminate all ignition sources; such as pilot lights, cigarettes, portable electric
lamps, and plastic drop cloths (potential static arc).
Keep work area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
Do not plug or unplug power cords, or turn power or light switches on or off when
flammable fumes are present.
Ground all equipment in the work area. See grounding instructions.
Use only grounded hoses.
If there is static sparking or you feel a shock, stop operation immediately.
Do not use equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
Keep a working fire extinguisher in the work area.
Static charge may build up on plastic parts during cleaning and could discharge
and ignite flammable materials and gases. To help prevent fire and explosion:
Clean plastic parts in a well ventilated area.
Do not clean with a dry cloth.
WARNINg
