AVENTICS SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified Instruction Manual

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AVENTICS SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified

SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified

SN6

II 3G Ex nC nA IIC T4 Gc
II 3D Ex tc IIIB/IIIC T125°C Dc
-10 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 50 °C
R499050077/2017-08 , Replaces: 03.2016, DE/EN/FR/IT/ES/SV

Dimensioned diagram SN6 sensor

AVENTICS SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified - Figure 1

Wiring diagram

AVENTICS SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified - Figure 2 SN6 sensor overview:

  1. pressure screw M16x1.5;
  2. center screw M3x35 pos.;
  3. electrical connector pos.;
  4. clamp mounting post.
    AVENTICS SN6 Sensor ATEX Certified - Figure 3

Mounting orientation of the SN6 sensor

Laatzen, 15.08.2017
EU declaration of conformity
in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU / and in accordance with the EMC directive 2014/30/EU

  1. Apparatus model/Product:
    Proximity sensors, series SN6-ATEX

  2. Name and address of the manufacturer
    AVENTICS GmbH
    Ulmer Str. 4 30880 Laatzen,
    GERMANY

  3. This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

  4. The object of the declaration
    Sensor REED, material numbers:
    R412000823

  5. The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislation: as referred to in the headlines of this document

  6. References to the relevant harmonized standards used:
    EN 60079-0: 2012-08-00
    EN 60079-0 / A11: 2013-11-00
    EN 60079-15: 2010-05-00
    EN 60079-31: 2014-07-00

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-10°C 5 T3 5 +50°C

  1. Additional information:
    The instructions in the Operation Manual are to be kept.

Signed for and on behalf of AVENTICS GmbH
Laatzen,
Ort/Place
15.08.2017
Datum/Date

Theo Paulus, Vice President of Research and Development

Norbert Fortmann,
Director of Engineering R&D Drives
We reserve the right to make changes to the declaration. Presently applicable editions can be obtained upon request.

About this Documentation

Documentation validity
This documentation applies to the following products:

  • Sensor Series SN6 (ATEX) with the material number R412000823
    This documentation is intended for installers, operators, service technicians, and systems owners. This document contains important information on the safe and appropriate assembly, operation, and maintenance of the SN6 series sensor and how to remedy simple malfunctions yourself.

  • Read this documentation completely, especially chapter 2 „Notes on Safety“ on page 1 before working with the SN6 series sensor.

Additional documentation
The SN6 sensor is a system component. Also, follow the documentation for the other system components.
Presentation of information
In this documentation, uniform safety instructions, symbols, terms, and abbreviations are used. These are described in the following subsections.
Safety instructions
In this documentation, there are warning notices before the steps whenever there is a danger of personal injury or damage to the equipment. The measures described to avoid these hazards must be followed.
Safety instructions are set out as follows:
SIGNAL WORD
Type and source of risk

Consequences of non-observance
Measures to avoid these hazards
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injuries.
NOTICE
Indicates damage: the product or the environment may be damaged.
**** If this information is disregarded, the product cannot be used or operated optimally.

Notes on Safety

About this section
The product has been manufactured according to the accepted rules of safety and
current technology. Even so, there is a risk of injury or damage if the following
general safety instructions and the specific warnings given before the steps in this
documentation are not observed.

  • Read these instructions completely before working with the SN6 sensor.
  • Keep these instructions in a location where they are accessible to all users at all times.
  • Always include the relevant operating instructions when you pass the SN6 sensor on to third parties.

Intended use

  • The SN6 sensor is only intended for industrial applications.
  • Use is permitted only within the performance limits listed in the technical data.
  • The sensor is to be used to detect magnetic fields in explosive areas.
    Intended use includes having read and understood these instructions completely, especially the section „Notes on Safety“.

Improper use

  • The sensor must not be used for any application not stated in these instructions.
  • The sensor must not be used under any operating conditions not stated in these instructions.

Personnel qualifications
Assembly and commissioning require basic electrical and pneumatic knowledge.
Assembly and commissioning may therefore only be carried out by qualified electrical or pneumatic personnel or an instructed person under the direction and supervision of qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel is those who can recognize possible hazards and institute the appropriate safety measures due to their professional training, knowledge, and experience, as well as their understanding of the relevant directives pertaining to the work to be done. Qualified personnel must observe the rules relevant to the subject area and have qualifications according to TRBS 1203.
General safety instructions

  • Observe the local regulations to protect the environment in the country of use and to avoid workplace accidents.
  • Do not change or modify the device.
  • Only use the device within the performance range provided in the technical data.
  • Do not place any improper mechanical loads on the product under any circumstances.
  • The warranty will not apply if the system is incorrectly assembled.
  • Observe the requirements in the installation regulations.

Safety instructions related to the product and technology
During assembly

  • Make sure the relevant system component is not under pressure or voltage before assembling the product or when connecting and disconnecting plugs.
  • Only qualified persons (trained specialists) are permitted to install the electrical connector.
  • Observe the general technical rules for the selection and operation of devices.
  • Take suitable measures to prevent unintended activation or impermissible interference.
  • Do not place any mechanical loads, such as deflection, torsion, or impact loads, on the sensor. Install the sensor in a protected location.

During operation

  • Only commission the sensor after it has been completely assembled, as well as correctly connected and tested.
  • Observe the operating conditions and data imprinted on the relevant sensor or stated on its rating plate.
  • Do not disconnect plugs or lines when the sensor is under voltage.
  • Do not loosen any cables, lines, or valves if the system is under voltage or pressure.

ATEX – Information on explosion protection
The ATEX sensors from the SN6 series are certified and labeled according to the enclosed declaration of conformity.
They can be used in areas

  • with gases, mists, or vapors in zone 2
  • with flammable dust particles in zone 22

Explanations on identification
Information on the year of manufacture of the sensor can be found in the 5-digit date code, which is located on one of the sides next to the rating plate. The first two digits indicate the year and the last two digits indicate the week.
WARNING
The danger of an ignition source is due to impermissible operating conditions, connections, and parameters.
Operating the sensor under impermissible operating conditions can result in an explosion.

  • Observe the permissible operating conditions, in particular, the ambient temperature and the mechanical protection for the device.
  • Note the limited temperature range for ATEX conditions.
  • Do not disconnect the electrical connector, plug connectors, and connecting cable from the sensor if it is under voltage.
  • Do not disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor if it is under voltage.
  • Only mount the SN6 sensor onto pneumatic valves or pneumatic cylinder valve units (from AVENTICS GmbH), which have been tested in compliance with the valid ATEX guidelines or qualified as devices without their own potential source of ignition.
  • Observe the relevant Ex guidelines for installation, maintenance, and repair, especially EN 60079-14.

The device will lose its Ex approval if these instructions are not complied with.

Delivery Contents

  • 1 x SN6 sensor (with electrical connector)
  • 1 x set of operating instructions (R499050077)

Commissioning

Before commissioning, make sure that the device and entire machine or system comply with the EMC directive.

Operation

The given values for switching current and voltage (see Technical Data) must not be exceeded.

Disassembly and Exchange

When ordering spare parts, including the ID number located on the devices (label, rating plate).
**** If by loosening the center screw, the electrical connector has been separated from the sensor five times, the electrical connector and the flat seal must be exchanged for the original spare parts.

Service and Maintenance

The described sensors are maintenance-free.

Disposal

Scrap the device in accordance with local regulations.

Extension and Conversion

Do not change or modify the device.

Troubleshooting

In the case of malfunctions, check the line connections and the operating voltage.
If the malfunction continues, proceed as follows:

  1. Ensure that the device is not under pressure.
  2. Disconnect the device from the power supply and hand the defective unit over to a qualified person (see Personnel qualifications).

Technical Data

Voltage 24 V DC ±10% / 230 VAC ±10%
Max. switching current 100 mA
Switching position ± 0.1 mm
Ambient temperature —10°C to +50°C
Protection class IP65
Display (diode) Color: Yellow
Cable diameter 4.0 — 6.7 mm
Cable cross-section 0.5 — 1.5 mm2
ATEX Zone 2 Zone 22

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Further technical data can be found in our online catalog at www.aventics.com.

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Ulmer Straße 4
30880 Laatzen, GERMANY
Phone +49 (0) 5 11-21 36-0
Fax: +49 (0) 511-21 36-2 69
www.aventics.com
info@aventics.com
Further addresses:
www.aventics.com/contact

The data specified above only serve to describe the product. No statements concerning a certain condition or suitability for a certain application can be derived from our information. The given information does not release the user from the obligation of their own judgment and verification. It must be remembered that our products are subject to a natural process of wear and aging.
An example configuration is depicted on the title page. The delivered product may thus vary from that in the illustration.
Translation of the original operating instructions. The original operating instructions were created in the German language.
R499050077-BAL–001–AI/2017-08
Subject to modifications. © All rights reserved by AVENTICS GmbH, even and especially in cases of proprietary rights applications. It may not be reproduced or given to third parties without its consent.

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