Operating Manual EVO1X | LAB1X  5
  Safety 
2  Safety
2.1  General Safety Instructions
 − The scale and the ex-link converter meet the relevant legal provisions and 
applicable standards (see the corresponding certificates in Chapter 15, 
page 42).
 − Nevertheless, improper use or handling can result in damage and/or injury. 
Any improper use or operation of the scale or of the ex-link converter, i.e., that is 
not consistent with the instructions, will result in forfeiture of all claims under 
the manufacturer's warranty.
 − Personnel need to have read and understood these installation instructions, 
including the safety instructions.
 − In the event of use in systems and under ambient conditions with higher safety 
requirements, you must observe the requirements and provisions applicable in 
your country.
 − Always keep the equipment and scale freely accessible.
Ensure that the voltage rating printed on the AC adapter (optional) is identical to 
your local mains voltage.
The IP protection rating of the scale and the ex-link converter YCO14-Z/YCO14-Y is 
IP40 as per EN 60529. The devices must be handled carefully according to the IP 
protection rating. The environment must be suitably secured.
Use within the scope of validity of the European ATEX Directive:
 − In accordance with Directive 2014/34/EU, the model in the EVO1X | LAB1X series 
is a category 2 device, suitable for use in Zone 1 potentially explosive areas.
 − The ex-link converter YCO14-Z is only suitable for installation as an associated 
electrical apparatus with the following ID code outside of the potentially 
explosive area.
 − The ex-link converter YCO14-Y is an associated electrical apparatus that can be 
used in Zone 2.
 − Refer to the EU Type Examination Certificates in Chapter 15, page 42 for the 
device ID codes. Please observe the safety instructions in drawing 2023040 in 
Chapter 15, page 42.
Use in Canada and the USA:
The intrinsically safe scales in the EVO1X | LAB1X model series are suitable for use in 
Class I, Division 1 and Class I, Zone 1. The ex-link converter YCO14-Y can be used in 
Class I, Division 2 and Class I, Zone 2.  
Please observe Certificates of Conformity FM16US0226X and FM16CA0124X as well 
as Control Drawing 2021459 in Chapter 15, page 42. 
Use in Australia/New Zealand: 
Please observe IECEx Certificate of Conformity IECEx FME 14.0008X and Safety 
Instructions 2023040 in Chapter 15, page 42.