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“ICON2000”
instruction and operating manual
Section 618/1 chapt. A
Section 618/1
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Range of application
ICON2000 electric actuators covered in this I&O Manual are designed for the operation of
any kind of industrial valves used in heavy industrial, chemical, petrochemical plants. Biffi will
not be liable for any possible damage resulting from use in other than the designated
applications. Such risk lies entirely with the user.
The noise emitted by the electric actuator in normal working conditions is less than 66
dB (A) with peak value 115 dB (C). Standard reference ISO 11202 (1st ed., 1995-12-15).
Warning: It is assumed that the installation, setting, commissioning,
maintenance and repair works are carried out by qualified
personnel and checked by responsible Specialists.
The electric actuators are designed in accordance with the applicable International Rules
and Specifications but the following Regulations must be observed in any case:
• the general installation and safety regulations
• the plant specific regulations and requirements
• the proper use of personal protective devices (glasses, clothing, gloves)
• the proper use of tools, lifting and transport equipment.
2. Safety instructions for installation in hazardous area
Warning: In case the electric actuator must be installed in an
HAZARDOUS AREA, as defined by the local Rules, it is
mandatory to check if the nameplate of the electric actuator
specifies the appropriate degree of protection. Maintenance
and repair works must be carried out by qualified personnel
and checked by responsible Specialists.
ICONs are designed according to IEC/EN 60079-0, IEC/EN 60079-1, IEC/EN 60079-31
standars. Different types of protection are available, depending on the marking printed on
the actuator label: Ex d IIB Txx, Ex d IIC Txx with “Explosion proof” terminal board
enclosure, or Ex d e IIB Txx, Ex d e IIB+H2 Txx, Ex d e IIC Txx with “Increased safety”
terminal board enclosure. They are suitable in hazardous area classified against the risk of
explosion for the presence of gas and dust.
Actuators have IP 66/IP 68 degree of protection according to EN 60529.
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