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5.0 CERTIFICATION/APPROVALS

IECEx units

Certified to IEC60079-0 and IEC60079-1

DB1
Ex d unit (IEC certification No. IECEx BAS 10.0065X)
Ex d IIB T6 (Tamb. -20°C to +55°C) Gb

DB1H
Ex d unit (IEC certification No. IECEx BAS 10.0064X)
Ex d IIB T5 (Tamb. -20°C to +70°C) Gb

The IECEx certificate and product label carry the IECEx equipment protection level marking

Where Gb signifies suitability for use in a Zone 1 surface industries area in the presence of gas.

ATEX units

Certified to EN60079-0 and EN60079-1

DB1
Ex d unit (ATEX certification No. Baseefa02ATEX0207X)
Ex d IIB T6 (Tamb. -20°C to +55°C) Gb

DB1H
Ex d unit (ATEX certification No. Baseefa02ATEX0209X)
Ex d IIB T5 (Tamb. -20°C to +70°C) Gb

The ATEX certificate and product label carry the ATEX group and category marking:
II 2 G
Where:
Signifies compliance with ATEX
II Signifies suitability for use in surface industries
2 Signifies suitability for use in a zone 1 area
G Signifies suitability for use in the presence of gases

The ATEX certificate and product label also carry the following mark:

This signifies unit compliance to the relevant European directives, in this case 94/9/EC, along with the number
of the notified body issuing the EC type examination certificate.

6.0 SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE (IECEx and ATEX)

1. The enclosure is a potential electrostatic charging hazard, and should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.

4.0 MAINTENANCE
During the working life of the unit, it should require little or no maintenance. However, if abnormal or unusual
environmental conditions occur due to plant damage or accident etc., then visual inspection is recommended.
If the unit requires cleaning, then only clean exterior with a damp cloth to avoid electro-static charge build up.
If a unit fault should occur, then the unit can be repaired by MEDC or by an authorised repairer of Ex equipment.
All parts of the unit are replaceable.

If you acquired a significant quantity of units, then it is recommended that spares are also made available. Please
discuss your requirements with the Technical Sales Engineers at MEDC.