5. Special conditions for safe use (X-conditions)
5. Special conditions for safe use (X-conditions)
5.1 For all transmitter models
The permissible ambient temperature range depends on the maximum input power and
EN
the temperature class, see parameter.
T38.H-****:
Restriction in operation with display to ambient temperature range -30 °C ... +60 °C
T38.R-****:
The surfaces of the cases are not conductive. The temperature transmitter must be
installed so that no electrostatic charges can occur.
Recommended tool for screw terminals
Model
T38.H
T38.R
5.2 ATEX and IECEx approval
5.2.1 Transmitter model T38.H-*I** (head-mounted version, Ex ia)
Installation in safe area or area with EPL Gb requirements:
The transmitter must be mounted in a case that meets a minimum ingress protection
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of IP20 in accordance with EN 60529.
With the installation of the transmitter in a case, the inner wiring, air and creep
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distances and separation distances must be in accordance with EN IEC 60079-11.
Installation in area with EPL Ga:
The transmitter must be mounted in a case that meets a minimum ingress protection
■
of IP20 in accordance with EN 60529 and in which electrostatic charging effects are
excluded.
With the installation of the transmitter in a case, the inner wiring, air and creep
■
distances and separation distances must be in accordance with EN IEC 60079-11.
Installation in area with EPL Da or Db requirements:
The transmitter must be mounted in a case that is suitable for installation in areas
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with EPL Da or EPL Db and ensures a minimum ingress protection of IP6x in
accordance with EN IEC 60079-0 and in which electrostatic charging effects are
excluded.
With the installation of the transmitter in a case, the inner wiring, air and creep
■
distances and separation distances must be in accordance with EN IEC 60079-11.
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Screwdriver
Cross head (Pozidriv tip), size 2 (ISO 8764)
Slotted, 3 x 0.5 mm [0.118 x 0.020 in] (ISO 2380)
WIKA additional operating instructions, model T38.x
Recommended
tightening torque
0.5 Nm
0.5 Nm