Rockwell Automation 1786-RPA/B ControlNet Modular Repeater Adapter Installation Instructions - Manual (Page 5)

ControlNet Modular Repeater Adapter 5
Rockwell Automation Publication 1786-IN013F-EN-P - April 2011
European Hazardous Location Approval
European Zone 2 Certification (The following applies when the product bears the
Ex Marking.)
This equipment is intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as defined by
European Union Directive 94/9/EC and has been found to comply with the Essential Health
and Safety Requirements relating to the design and construction of Category 3 equipment
intended for use in Zone 2 potentially explosive atmospheres, given in Annex II to this
Directive. Compliance with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements has been assured
by compliance with EN 60079-15 and EN 60079-0.
WARNING: You must follow these guidelines:
• This equipment must be installed in an enclosure providing at least
IP54 protection when applied in Zone 2 environments.
• This equipment shall be used within its specified ratings defined by
Rockwell Automation.
• Provision shall be made to prevent the rated voltage from being
exceeded by transient disturbances of more than 40% when
applied in Zone 2 environments.
• Secure any external connections that mate to this equipment by
using screws, sliding latches, threaded connectors, or other means
provided with this product.
• Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or
the area is known to be nonhazardous.
ATTENTION: This equipment is not resistant to sunlight or other
sources of UV radiation.