IFM AC200A Operating instructions

Brand: IFM

Model: AC200A

Type: Operating instructions

ATEX operating instructions

(Ex protection related part)

ProcessLine module

AC200A

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AC200A ProcessLine module

1 Safety instructions

Remarks for safe use in hazardous areas

• The device must only be installed, connected and set up by qualified staff. The qualified staff must

have knowledge of types of protection, regulations and provisions for apparatus in hazardous

areas.

• The classification and marking of the device must be suitable for the application.

• Adhere to the respective national regulations and provisions as well as the relevant installation

regulations.

• Observe applicable documents!

• The unit described is a subcomponent for integration into a system.

– The system architect is responsible for the safety of the system.

The system architect undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to create documentation in

accordance with legal and normative requirements to be provided to the operator and user of the

system. This documentation must contain all necessary information and safety instructions for the

operator, the user and, if applicable, for any service personnel authorised by the architect of the

system.

• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire service life.

• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and environmental conditions

without any restrictions.

• Only use the product for its intended purpose (→ Intended use).

• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal injury and/or damage

to property may occur.

• In case of malfunctions of the unit, please contact the manufacturer. Tampering with the unit is not

allowed.

• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, programming, configuration, operation and maintenance

of the product must be carried out by personnel qualified and authorised for the respective activity.

• Protect units, connectors and cables against damage.

• Replace damaged units, otherwise the technical data and safety will be impaired.

ProcessLine module AC200A

2 Intended use

Use in hazardous areas according to the classification:

ATEX classification Identification Permissible ambient temperature

II 3G Ex ec IIC T6 Gc X -15…60 °C

II 3D Ex tc IIIC T85°C Dc X -15…60 °C

The requirements of the following standards are met:

• EN IEC 60079-0

• EN 60079-7

• EN 60079-31

AC200A ProcessLine module

3 Installation

uOnly use the enclosed modules and seals.

uProtect device and cable against destruction.

uAvoid electrostatic charging on plastic housings and cables.

uTo avoid electrostatic charging, ensure the equalisation of potential of metal parts (connector

housing, fixing elements, protective housing, etc.).

uOnly open or close M12 fittings in a sufficiently clean environment.

uTo avoid soiling, do not remove the dust caps from the cable glands or the plugs until introducing

the cables or attaching the socket.

uDo not mount the device in the dust flow.

uAvoid dust deposits on the product.

Further information Ò Operating instructions.

3.1 Special conditions for safe operation

uFor devices with terminal chamber (cable gland) and cable devices, ensure sufficient strain relief or

lay the cable firmly.

uAvoid direct exposure to high levels of UV light (sunlight). Mount the device in a protected place.

The housing and housing parts made of plastic have been tested in accordance with EN 60079-0 for

group II and for a low mechanical risk with an impact energy of 4 joules.

uUse ifm sockets EVC**A with Ex certificate (certificate number BVS 08 ATEX E 109 U).

uSecure the sockets by tightening the coupling nut sufficiently according to the requirements of the

socket.

uDo not separate the connector when energized.

uApply a durable warning in suitable form close to the connector reading: “Do not separate when

energized” or use the enclosed label to ensure a durable marking.

ProcessLine module AC200A

4 Electrical connection

The unit must be connected by a qualified electrician.

uObserve the national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment.

The AS-i (US) / AUX (UA) circuits are insulated from each other and from device surfaces that could be

touched with basic insulation according to IEC 61010-1 (secondary circuit with max. 32 V DC, supplied

from the mains circuit up to 300 V of overvoltage category II).

4.1 Voltage supply / fuse

Observe the maximum current rating of the M12 connections (→ tech. data)

ATTENTION

No current limitation within the unit.

wIf the M12 connectors are overloaded (overcurrent), damage to the unit or fire is

possible.

wEach supply connection AS-i + / AUX + (AS-i operation) or + 24 V DC (US) / + 24 V DC

(UA) (IO-Link operation) must be limited to the values of the technical data (current

consumption) by external measures.

uDevice protected.

AC200A ProcessLine module

5 Maintenance, repair and disposal

uMaintenance intervals are application-specific and therefore need to be defined by the operator

depending on the operating conditions.

uDuring maintenance, examine especially those parts on which the type of protection depends (e.g.

integrity of the components of the cable gland, of the seals).

uCarry out cleaning considering the technical data (protection rating) and the connection technology

used.

uCleaning agents must be checked by the system manufacturer / operator for their suitability for the

device materials (→ Technical data) and the connection technology used.

uThe cleaning agents must not damage the device materials.

No modifications or repairs may be made to the device.

uIn case of a fault please contact the manufacturer.

uAfter use, dispose of the unit in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with the applicable

national regulations.

uIf required, request data sheets and EU declarations of conformity / certificates from the

manufacturer (Ò cover sheet / back).

IFM AC200A Operating instructions