VM 500
VERSION 09/2018
ORDER NUMBER DOC 2318724
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IDENTIFICATION
3.1
EXPLOSION PROTECTION IDENTIFICATION
The control unit is designed, together with the spray gun, in accordance with the 2014/34/EU
(ATEX) directive. The spray gun is suitable for use in the potentially explosive area of zone 1 and
the control unit in the zone 2 area.
Device type:
VM 500 control unit
Manufacturer:
Wagner International AG
9450 Altstätten
Switzerland
CE
European Communities
Notified body: PTB
Explosion-proof equipment
Device class II (not mining)
Category 3 device (suitable for zone 2)
Effective in zone 1
Ex-atmosphere gas
Number of type examination certificate
"X": see Chapter
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3.2
IDENTIFICATION "X"
Notice
The EU-type examination certificate from SIRA covers the use of the control unit as related equipment for the
spray gun. The manufacturer certifies that the control unit can be used in zone 2.
Cable connections
Only the corresponding cables for the device may be used (see Chapter 12 and the spray gun's operating manual).
Permissible device combinations
The following spray guns may be connected to the VM 500 control unit:
- GM 5000EA spray gun
- GM 5000EAC spray gun
3.3
USE IN AREAS SUBJECT TO EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Surface spraying, electrostatics
Never spray device parts using electrostatic equipment (electrostatic spray gun)!
Cleaning
If there are deposits on the surfaces, the device may form electrostatic charges. Flames or
sparks can form during discharge.
Remove deposits from the surfaces to maintain conductivity.
Use only a damp cloth to clean the device.
