User Manual for BPS-2000
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PL-4021-00, Rev03, DCO# 15-235
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5.3 System Operation for
ATEX / IECEx
Applications
5.3.1 General Safety Requirements
Specific precautions may be considered while using the pump system in potential explosive gas
atmospheres according to
ATEX / IECEx category 3G/3D
(
Zone 2
and
22
).
The user shall prevent priming issues during normal pump operation. Special precautions have to be
considered during installing and maintenance operations to prevent the occurrence of combustible
atmospheres.
The user shall prevent electrostatic charging of the system at cleaning processes by using dry cleaning cloth.
User shall use wet cleaning rags to avoid issues with charging during a cleaning process.
CAUTION
Precautions have to be considered to prevent priming issues during
installation operation and maintenance of the pump head / motor.
!
WARNING
Operational Temperature 100°C (T5)
Maximum allowed pump liquid temperature is 90°C / 194°F for the use
in ATEX / IECEx applications.
!
WARNING
Do not operate the pump against closed valves
Refer to the corresponding section in the manual.