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Use in EU
Doc No: OMMB00010 Revision: 7 – Mar 2014
Serial Number - a unique number stamped onto the nameplate to
allow traceability of manufacture.
Model Code – an alphanumeric text identifier stamped onto the
nameplate that fully describes the type of valve and the ancillary
equipment fitted by AMOT.
Max Working Pressure – The maximum pressure that the valve is
permitted to see in service.
Equipment complying with the Pressure Equipment Directive must be
marked with the name and address of the manufacturer and where
appropriate, of his authorised representative established with the
European Community.
4.2 Hazardous Area Directive (A.T.E.X.)
The ATEX Directive 94/9/EC is applicable to all equipment both electrical
and mechanical that is put into service in a designated hazardous area.
The Model B Valve as mechanical equipment has been assessed in
accordance with EN13463 and has been designated as Group II
equipment. Group II equipment is suitable for use in places where a
potentially explosive atmosphere may be present. Group II equipment
shall not be used underground in mines or surface installations of such
mines susceptible to firedamp or combustible dust.
The Model B Valve has been assessed for use in places designated as
containing hazardous Gas; they shall not be used in places designated
as containing hazardous dust.
The Model B Valve uses constructional safety (c) as the method of
Protection.
The Model B Valve is suitable for use within the European community
and carries a nameplate that is divided into 3 areas two of which are
applicable with reference to the ATEX Hazardous Area Directive. These
areas are highlighted in Figure 4-2.
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