Installation and Operating Manual / Version 7 / 3626-019600ex
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BTS-Ex, non-contacting thermal switch unit
For explosion-proof turbo couplings, the following maintenance work needs to
be carried out in addition:
In case of impurities or dusting:
Regularly clean equipment used in potentially
explosive atmospheres. The intervals are
specified by the operator according to the
environmental impact to which the equipment is
exposed on the jobsite, e.g. in case of a dust
accumulation of approx. 0.2 ... 0.5 mm or more.
Table 10
Explosion hazard due to maintenance work not
performed according to schedule.
It is vital to carry out all maintenance work according to the schedule in order to
guarantee proper operation within the meaning of explosion
-protection.
Immediately remove any combustible layers of dust on the devices.
9.1 Outside cleaning
-Ex due to an improper, unsuitable outside cleaning.
Ensure that the cleaning agent is compatible with the plastic housing of the
BTS-Ex and the rubber seal of the cable connection!
Do not use high-pressure cleaning equipment!
Be careful with gaskets. Do not apply a water and compressed-air jet.
•
Clean the BTS-Ex with a degreasing agent, as and when required.