User's Manual

list or having a gain greater than 33 dB are strictly prohibited
for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50
Ohm.
2.8 Safety information for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation
and operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of
the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-
approved instruments.
2.9 Manufacturer declaration
In conformity with DIN EN 60079-14/2004, para. 5.2.3, point
c1, the VEGAPULS 62 radar sensor is suitable for use in zone
2.
The operator must use the instrument correctly and follow the
specifications of the following documents:
l this operating instructions manual
l this manufacturer declaration (24626)
l the corresponding installation regulations
Max. increase of the surface temperature during operation:
27 K (individual components in the instrument)
With an ambient temperature of +70°C (+158°F) on the
housing and a process temperature of +70°C (+158°F), the
max. ambient temperature during operation is +97°C (+207°F).
Measures for maintaining explosion protection during oper-
ation:
l Operate the instrument in the range of the specified
electrical limit values. Permissible supply voltage: see
"Technical data"
l Mount and operate the instrument in such a way that no
danger of ignition by electrostatic charges is to be
expected. Antenna, process fitting and housing (as the
case may be depending on instrument version) are made
of electrically non-conductive plastic.
l Make sure that the seal is mounted correctly between
lower part of the housing and cover. Screw the cover on
tightly.
l Make sure there is no explosive atmosphere present if you
want to operate the instrument with opened cover
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