Volume Conversion Device EK260
Elster GmbH 5
I Safety instructions
F The connections of the EK260 are freely accessible during setting up. Therefore, make
sure that no electrostatic discharge (ESD) can occur in order to avoid damage to the
components. The person carrying out the installation can, for example, discharge
himself/herself by touching the potential equalisation line.
F To avoid erroneous operation and problems, the operating manual must be read
before putting the EK260 into operation.
The EK260 Volume Conversion Device(Volume Conversion Device) is suitable for
applications in Ex Zone 1 for gases in the temperature class T4 (ignition temperature >
135°C, e.g. natural gas) according to VDE 0170. (see Appendix A-2)
In this application it is essential to take note of the following information:
F Follow the regulations in the relevant standards, in particular DIN EN 60079-14 (VDE
0165 Part 1) and DIN EN 50014.
F Make sure that the limits quoted in the certificate of conformance (see Appendix A-2) for
the devices to be connected are not exceeded.
F The housing of the EK260 must be earthed directly to a potential equalisation strip. A
terminal screw is provided for this on the left housing wall.
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