Safety
Ex p control unit
Motor Purge Controller
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Safety
2.1
Intended use
Exclusive use
The APEX control device in the mpc version is used exclusively as a control and
monitoring device for pressurised equipment and is intended for use in explosion
group II, category 2GD and temperature class T4 or for use in dust with surface
temperatures of T130 ° C.
Furthermore, the safety function of the APEX control device fulfils the
requirements for SIL 2 according to IEC 61508 and performance level “d”
according to EN ISO 13849-1. The permissible operating data of the device used
must be observed.
The SILAS control device in the mpc version is used exclusively as a control and
monitoring device for pressurised equipment and is intended for use in explosion
group II, category 3GD and temperature class T4 or for use in dust with surface
temperatures of T130 ° C.
The permissible operating data of the device used must be observed.
Improper use
Any other use is improper and can lead to damage and accidents. The
manufacturer is not liable for any use beyond the exclusive purpose.
2.2
Personnel qualifications
Target group
Competencies
Construction /
engineering
Technical training
Knowledge and experience to recognise and avoid
hazards that can arise from electricity
Understanding of the overall system
Configuration/ programming
Special instructions for the Ex area
Qualified electricians/
fitters
Technical training
Knowledge and experience to recognise and avoid
hazards that can arise from electricity
Understanding of the overall system
Special instructions for the Ex area
Operators
Instruction by the operator in regard to the operation
Special instructions for the Ex area
Storage and transport
companies
Loading and transport activities
Proper storage
Table 2: Responsibilities of individual target groups
