SAFETY
Part. No. 2400M2501_6 Touchpoint Pro
6 Technical Handbook
2.1.2 Safety Hazards
The following specific hazards are associated with the use of this equipment:
The Touchpoint Pro range includes a wall mounted enclosure that is certified as ATEX/IECEx Zone 2, Class I Div. 2
and Class I (Zone 2) safe, but this enclosure can only be installed as a remote unit.
ATEX certified components may be used within the Touchpoint Pro and these bear the ATEX imprint shown to the
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
Lethal voltage may be present both internally and externally to the system.
All installations, including cabinets, racks and remote units, must be connected to true earth, and must be capable of
staying earthed (grounded) when the power supply is interrupted.
The Protective Earth (Ground) symbol is shown on the left, and it always has a green background.
Do not confuse it with the chassis earth symbol shown below it.
The Touchpoint Pro Controller is NOT ATEX/IECEx safe, and it may only be installed in safe areas where there are
no flammable atmospheres, and no oxygen concentrations >25 % v/v O
2
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WARNING – TOXIC WASTE AND HARMFUL BY-PRODUCTS
Toxic waste and harmful by-products may accumulate within parts of the system. Suitable respiratory, eye and skin
protection should be worn when servicing these items. Stringent industrial hygiene precautions should also be
taken. Do not allow non-essential personnel into the work area.
The Touchpoint Pro system and/or its sensors may become contaminated by the ambient environment in which it or
they are used. It is the Customer’s sole responsibility to ensure that all appropriate safety precautions are taken
before handling any components or transferring them to any other party.
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
All power supplies must be hard wired and must include a circuit breaker (RCD / RCCB), and (close by and
unobstructed) a means of manually isolating and locking out the power supply without breaking the true earth
(ground) connection.
Removable plug and socket connection is not permitted under any circumstance.
WARNING – LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT
Lethal voltage may be present in this equipment when electrical power is applied. There is a danger of death or
injury from electrical shock. Isolate power before opening electrical access panels. Ensure residual current is fully
discharged before touching live terminals.