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Instructions Manual
Three-Phase Asynchronous Flameproof Motors and
Generators
1. PRELIMINARY NOTES
1.1 Thank you for the preference for WEG motors.
So that the best results can be obtained from them, it is advisable to follow the
following instructions, especially important for motors installed in hazardous areas.
Failure to do so will compromise the safety of the product and its installation.
1.2 All the Installation and Maintenance operations shall be made by trained persons duly
certified to make interventions in this type of motors and they must be familiarized with
the requirements and safety rules in force, in particular with the concept of protection.
1.3 To reduce to the minimum the risks of ignition due to the electric material in dangerous
areas, effective inspection and maintenance of the material must be assured.
1.4 WEG motors are designed to be installed, put into service and used in accordance
with the characteristics included in this Instructions Manual. The following instructions
must be read jointly with the standards:
IEC 60079-14: 2013/ISH 1: 2017
EN 60079-19 : 2011/A1: 2015
IEC 60079-19: 2010/A1: 2015
The non-respect of these instructions could not engage WEG’s responsibility.
1.5 WEG motors are “CE” marked meeting all the legal requirements for the “CE”
conformity marking and comply with all the requirements of the ATEX 2014/34/EU
Directive and are according to the IECEx schema. They are designed to be used in
explosive atmospheres - Categories 2 G, 2GD or M2 - Zones 1 and 2; 21 and 22.
1.6 The user must ensure the compatibility between the nameplate indications and the
surrounding hazardous atmosphere present, the classified zone of use and the surface
and ambient temperatures.