KROHNE OPTIFLEX 2200 ATEX EN - Manual (Page 12)

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INSTALLATION
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OPTIFLEX 2200 C/F
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2.2 Operating conditions
The allowable ambient temperature and corresponding flange temperature range for the device
depends on the ATEX equipment category, IEC equipment protection level (EPL) and
temperature classes marked on the nameplate.
2.2.1 Ambient and flange temperature
The ATEX equipment category, IEC equipment protection level and temperature class give the
ambient temperature and related flange temperature ranges for the device.
The temperature data that follows is applicable to devices that have the 4...20 mA passive -
HART, PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus output options.
WARNING!
The gasket temperature must be in the approved limits. For more data, refer to "Pressure and
temperature ranges" in the Installation chapter of the handbook.
Definitions
Figure 2-2: Definitions
1 Compact version: Signal converter, process connection and probe
2 Remote (Field) version: remote converter
3 Remote (Field) version: probe housing, process connection and probe
WARNING!
Compact version only: If the device is used in a potentially explosive atmosphere that contains
dust, do not install the device on the side of the tank.
If the device must operate at a high process temperature, make sure that the maximum flange
temperature and maximum ambient temperature are not more than the values given in the
table.
INFORMATION!
If the device is equipped with the Metaglas
® option, BM 102 adaptor, BM 100 A adaptor or
Ø24/32 mm adaptor for the OPTIFLEX 1300 C, use the values that follow.