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Wolf LinkEx

TM

 LED Temporary Emergency Luminaire

Operation and Maintenance Instructions

Please Retain - Read Before Use

WOLF SAFETY LAMP COMPANY

Saxon Road Works, Sheffield, S8 0YA, England

SOVI

EMERGENCY MODE SAFE NON-OPTIMAL 

VOLTAGE

SAFE OPTIMAL 

VOLTAGE

UNSAFE

VOLTAGE

LX-400EL 

LX-400EH

18V

90V

18-20V

90-95V

20-55V

95-264V

55V 

>

264V 

>

LIGHT 

OUTPUT

REDUCED LIGHT 

OUTPUT

PULSE

ON

PULSE

3. In areas where processes that induce circulating currents in the earth 

system are being undertaken, such as welding, it is the user’s responsibility to 

ensure there is no potential difference between the supply earth and the earth 

local to the luminaire. If a potential difference exists there is a risk of arcing 

should the lamp’s end cap fixings or metal gland come into contact with local 

metal work. In these situations, the luminaire should also be locally earth 

bonded with a flexible cable, no longer than 2 metres, with a conductor area of 

6mm

2

 minimum. The luminaire must be de-energised from the mains supply 

during connection or disconnection of the local earth bond. An external Earth 

Bonding Stud is available in the spares list and can be retro fitted in place of 

one of the end cap retaining screws.

4. Safe Optimal Voltage Indicator (SOVI). The Wolf LX-400E LED Leadlamp 

incorporates SOVI technology to highlight to the user if the product is operating 

outside of the certified maximum and recommended minimum voltage range. 

The diagram below represents the SOVI function, it demonstrates that when 

the voltage is not within the “Safe/Optimal Voltage” the light output will change 

from a constant uninterrupted beam to a pulse.

EU Declaration of Conformity

The Wolf ATEX LX-400E LinkEx LED Temporary Emergency Luminaire meets all 

relevant provisions of the 2014/34/EU Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX Equipment) 

Directive by virtue of the issued EU type examination certificate, confirming 

compliance with all relevant harmonised standards and essential health and 

safety requirements.

The Wolf ATEX LinkEx LED Temporary Emergency Luminaire is a leadlamp with 

an emergency illumination function powered by a NiMH rechargeable battery 

and is normally powered by a cabled 18-55AC or 90-264AC power source. It 

is constructed with a durable enclosure construction of polycarbonate with 

polyurethane protective rings. Approval is as Group II, Category 2 equipment for 

use in zone 1 & 2 potentially explosive gases, vapours, mists and dusts where 

the T4 temperature class/135ºC maximum surface temperature permits.

Certification/Approval Code:

Ex eb mb op is IIC T4 Gb

Ex tb op is IIIC T135°C Db IP6X

Ta = -20°C to +55°C

or Ta = -20°C to +45°C when the LX-621 optional Protection Cover is fitted

EU Type examination certificate: 

Sira 12ATEX3177X

Notified Body:  

 

   

SGS FIMKO OY, 

PO Box 30 (Särkiniementie 3),

 

 

 

   00211, Helsinki, Finland

EU Notified body number:  

   

0598

Harmonised standards applied: 

EN60079-0:2012 + A11:2013, EN60079-7:2015, EN60079-18:2015, 

EN60079-28:2015, EN60079-31:2014

Ingress protection level IP67 to EN60529:1992

Some variants of plugs/sockets may reduce the Ingress Protection rating. 

e.g. ATX & CEAG IP66.

ATEX LinkEx LED Leadlamps are certified compliant with the 2014/30/EU EMC 

Directive to the harmonised standards: - EN 55015: 2013 +A1:2015,

EN 61547: 2009, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013

If connecting a large number of lamps check for SOVI indication on all the 

lamps in the string. Guidance on lamp connection and extensions can be found 

on the Wolf website: www.wolfsafety.com. If a lamp is indicating an unsafe 

voltage, it is recommended that the lamp be switched off until it can be made 

to operate at a correct voltage.

5. The LinkEx LED leadlamp enclosure is constructed from polycarbonate, the 

end user must ensure suitability of the atmosphere the LinkEx LED leadlamp 

will be used in.

6. The LinkEx LED leadlamp is class 1 earthed electrical equipment, using 3 

core cable. This product must be earthed.

7. Ex e terminal blocks must have all terminals fully tightened down even if a 

conductor is not fitted. On the six way terminal block, tighten screws to 0.7Nm, 

on the 4 way terminal block tighten to 1.8Nm.

8. ATEX/IECEx certified cable glands must be used and be suitable for the type 

of cable used.

9. Ensure cable is rated for the ambient temperature the LinkEx LED leadlamps 

will be used in, standard SY cable is not rated for use below 0ºC.

10. Inspect cable at regular intervals.

11. Damaged equipment should be withdrawn and repaired as necessary 

before being put back in to service, in accordance with EN60079-17.

12. Lamps must not be opened in Hazardous Areas.

13. When the LinkEx LED leadlamp is used in temporary installations 

two mounting points must be used, see Wolf clamp rings and associated 

accessories.

14. LinkEx LED leadlamps can be carried whilst energised/illuminated.

15. 

When the Luminaire is fitted with a previously certified plug or socket, the

 

covers must be closed to maintain their IP rating.

IECEx Scheme Certification

Certificate number:   

IECEx SIR 12.0070X

Certification/Approval Code:   Ex eb mb op is IIC T4 Gb

 

 

 

Ex tb op is IIIC T135°C Db IP 6X

Ta = -20°C to +55°C

or Ta = -20°C to +45°C when the LX-621 optional Protection Cover is fitted

Standards applied: 

IEC60079-0:2011, IEC60079-7:2015, IEC60079-18:2014, 

IEC60079-28:2015, IEC60079-31:2013

IMPORTANT: SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF USE (X)

1. The user/installer shall ensure that, when the Luminaire is fitted with a 

previously certified plug or socket that has associated special conditions for 

safe use, they shall take into account any restrictions or conditions for safe use 

that are applicable to these devices.

2. Linkable lamps fitted with Marechal sockets are certified for low impact risk 

use only, do not expose to shocks greater than 4 joules.

3. The LED Temporary Emergency Luminaire can be fitted with a protective 

cover (LX-621), when fitted the maximum ambient temperature lowers from 

+55°C to +45°C. Use only Wolf supplied accessories.

II 2GD

Alex Jackson – Managing Director

Wolf Safety Lamp Company Ltd.

PHOTOBIOLOGICAL SAFETY

Floodlites are risk group 1 - No photobiological hazard under normal 

behavioural conditions.

EQUIPMENT USE

1. This product incorporates an emergency function which allows the lamp to 

illuminate at a reduced level in the event of supply failure. The batteries will 

charge when the lamp is powered.

2. Check the rating label to ensure the LinkEx LED leadlamp is suitable for 

the supply provided, ambient temperature present and the environmental 

conditions.

MAINTENANCE

1. IMPORTANT. Any maintenance work should be carried out in the safe area 

only.

2. IMPORTANT. No modifications are permitted to the LinkEx LED 

leadlamps, use only genuine Wolf spare parts and accessories, unauthorised 

modifications, spare parts or accessories will invalidate certification.

3. Isolate the LinkEx LED leadlamps from the power supply before carrying out 

any maintenance work. Please note that the battery pack will remain live after 

the leadlamp is isolated from the power supply, even when in deep discharge 

mode.

4. In case of fault indication, remove and restore external power. If fault 

indication persists, contact Wolf noting the LED indications both whist external 

power is applied and whilst disconnected. Any faults should be repaired prior 

to storage.

5. To replace LED strip, replace entire tray (see spares list).

6. External plastic components have an anti-static coating. Use only a dilute 

water/detergent mix to clean.

7. Insulation testing must be carried out to IEC, EN standards to the correct 

rating i.e. 250V DC for 18-55V and 500V DC for 90-264V versions. Live and 

neutral cables must be shorted together and the voltage applied between earth 

and this connection.

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Summary of Contents for LinkEx LX-400EL

Page 1: ... of the atmosphere the LinkEx LED leadlamp will be used in 6 The LinkEx LED leadlamp is class 1 earthed electrical equipment using 3 core cable This product must be earthed 7 Ex e terminal blocks must have all terminals fully tightened down even if a conductor is not fitted On the six way terminal block tighten screws to 0 7Nm on the 4 way terminal block tighten to 1 8Nm 8 ATEX IECEx certified cab...

Page 2: ...00 Battery Charging FLASH OFF N A Non Optimal Unsafe Voltage N A OFF Pulsing 50 Replace Battery FLASH FLASH 100 Battery Fault OFF ON 10 Supply Off Battery Fault OFF ON 10 Em Mode Discharging OFF OFF 50 Em Mode Discharging Low Battery OFF FLASH 25 Deep Discharge Protection OFF OFF OFF Deep Discharge Protection The lamp will automatically cut off when the battery reaches a pre determined low voltage...

Page 3: ...ack Only replace with Wolf approved parts NB The Battery Temp Sensor Output is digital and so the correct operation of the sensor cannot be verified with a multi meter The luminaire will indicate a fault if the connections Yellow Grey are not connected correctly Torque Setting 2 0Nm Torque Setting 0 5Nm Torque Setting 2 0Nm 17 18 30 16 Output Terminal Block Battery Terminal Block 23 26 Torque Sett...

Page 4: ...pet Gland 1 21 LX 608 Gland Nut 1 22 LX 658 M6 Bonded Washers M6x30 Screws M5 Domenuts M5 Bonded Washers M5x12 Cap Head Screws 2 of each 1 23 LX 682 M4x5 Pan Head Screws M4 Nyloc Nut 4 of each 1 24 LX 680 Magnet Bracket Kit pack of 2 1 25 LX 1258 M6 External Earth Bonding Stud Accessory for Earth Bonding 1 26 LX 691 1A LED Fuse pack of 2 1 27 LX 687 2 5A Battery Current Fuse 1 28 LX 654 Shoulder S...

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