Atexor SLAM Star Quick guide

Atexor Oy Seinäjoki • P.O.Box 89 • FIN-60101 Seinäjoki • FINLAND
www.atexor.com • Tel: [phone]
Trade Reg. No. 486.515 • VAT No. FI08370823
Instructions for Safe Use
Star
Certification N:o VTT 15 ATEX 077X and IECEx by VTT
Thank you for choosing SLAM Star –portable work light for your job site. Purpose of this
manual is to provide you all the necessary safety and product information to conduct your job
conveniently and without any risks for health and safety.
SLAM Star

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Contents
1!Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 3!
1.1!Technical data................................................................................................................................... 3!
1.2!Unit construction ............................................................................................................................... 3!
1.3!Certification of equipment ................................................................................................................. 4!
1.4!Quality guaranteed............................................................................................................................ 5!
1.4.1!General.......................................................................................................................................... 5!
1.4.2!Individual test report ...................................................................................................................... 5!
1.4.3!Warranty........................................................................................................................................ 5!
2!Prior to use................................................................................................................................................. 6!
2.1!Selection of right equipment.............................................................................................................. 6!
2.2!Intended purpose of equipment ........................................................................................................ 6!
2.3!Application of use (Zone XX) in accordance with equipment category ............................................. 6!
2.4!Explosion group (IIA, IIB or IIC) in accordance with Equipment group (IIA, IIB or IIC) ..................... 6!
2.5!Temperature class of the equipment................................................................................................. 6!
2.6!Environmental criteria ....................................................................................................................... 7!
3!Operating instructions................................................................................................................................ 8!
3.1!Personnel .......................................................................................................................................... 8!
3.2!Storage.............................................................................................................................................. 8!
3.3!Before first use .................................................................................................................................. 8!
3.4!Visual inspection ............................................................................................................................... 8!
3.5!Special attention on 2-pole use (24 V or 42 V) ................................................................................. 8!
3.6!Connection to the supply................................................................................................................... 8!
3.6.1!Requirements for supply (electricity)............................................................................................. 8!
3.7!Adding accessories to SLAM Star..................................................................................................... 9!
3.8!Linking luminaires in series ............................................................................................................... 9!
4!Inspection and maintenance .................................................................................................................... 11!
4.1!After Use ......................................................................................................................................... 11!
4.2!Repair.............................................................................................................................................. 11!
4.3!Testing ............................................................................................................................................ 11!
4.4!Repair report ................................................................................................................................... 11!
4.5!More information about the use of Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres .............. 12!

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1 Introduction
This instruction manual guides you through the process of selecting and adopting SLAM Star work
light at your work site.
1.1 Technical data
Dimensions
Weight without cable and accessories: 10 kg
Ambient temperature range: -20 °C …+40 °C
1.2 Unit construction
The following list familiarizes you with some common features important to recognize.
Enclosure with protective shell and bumper
Durable, plastic-made enclosure and protective shell with soft elastomer bumper ensure shock-
absorbing and harmless contact to sensitive and hard surface in case the luminary drops to the
ground even from high position.
Electronic control gear
Controlling the supply of energy to the light source of the luminaire. The control gears are
independent from each others. Under failure of one control gear the others still continue operating.
Low-voltage protection (smart-feature) brings reliability and convenience for use, especially when
operating with transformers or with long cables.
Light unit with three light modules
Light source combining Light Emitting Diodes with convenient and safe light distribution. Light
module is explosion protected. Photobiological safety of Light module has been taken into account.
Light module is enclosed with transparent polycarbonate tube. PC - being durable, flexible and
lightweight plastic - brings advantage for use. Unique antistatic treatment allows the use of PC in
explosion hazardous areas.
Cable
Standard cable of the SLAM Star is H07BQ-F. The cable has polyurethane (PUR) outer sleeve.
PUR withstands chemicals as well as mechanical wearing. However, the user has an option to
specify cable type in accordance with work site requirements of own.

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Socket (optional)
It’s possible to include up to two in-built sockets (receptacles) for linking unit in series with other
SLAM Star or SLAM Hornet units.
Accessories
•Antistatic protective film for PC tube against chemical splashes and other substances
•SLAM Star Magnet set for wall mounting
To view options on accessories, please visit www.atexor.com or call us directly [phone].
1.3 Certification of equipment
SLAM Star has been designed, tested and certified for portable use.
The equipment is to be used properly and according to its ratings, documentation and local
applicable laws. Local, national certificates of the unit may exist outside the region of EU.
The aforementioned SLAM Star is certified as follows. You may find brief explanation of certificate
beneath.
CE0537 II 2 G Ex e mb op is IIC T4 Gb
IP 66
CE0537 = Valid production quality system approved and notified by VTT (Finnish Notified Body,
listed by EC)
= Certified for explosion hazardous areas
II = Certified for use in areas excluding mines
2 = Equipment category (suitable for Zone 1 and Zone 2)
G= Certification taking account explosion hazardous GASES
Explanation of marking for explosion hazardous area due to Gases
Ex = Certified for use in explosion hazardous areas
e= Explosion protection method increased safety (of certain components)
mb = Explosion protection method encapsulation (encapsulating ignition sources)
op is = Explosion protection method optically inherently safe (visible or infrared radiation that is
incapable of producing sufficient energy under normal or specified fault conditions to ignite a
specific hazardous athmosphetic mixture). This definition is analogues to the term
“intrinsically safe” applied to electrical circuits
IIC = Equipment group (including explosion hazardous areas of IIA, IIB and IIC gases)
T4 = Maximum temperature of the unit is 135°C (within the ambient temperature range of
-20°C…+40°C)
Gb = Explosion Protection Level (EPL) marking for “HIGH” level of protection. Equipment for
explosive GAS atmospheres, which is not a source of ignition in normal operation or during
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1.4 Quality guaranteed
1.4.1 General
SLAM Star is designed, certified, manufactured and tested under ISO 9001:2008 quality system as
well as additional requirements of the Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX) or IECEx scheme. SLAM Star is
designed and tested according to the latest directives and standards. The referred directives and
standards of the production date in case are stated on the Declaration of Conformity included in
the delivery.
1.4.2 Individual test report
Each SLAM Star unit has its own individual serial number and is provided with an original,
individual test report when leaving the factory. The year of manufacture is specified on the type
label of the equipment. Following tests have been done for SLAM Star units according to standards
relating to portable luminaries for explosion hazardous area. The Declaration of Conformity is
specifying the relevant standards. The test report which is included in the delivery specifies the
results of the factory tests for that particular unit. The test report typically specifies the following
tests.
PE –resistance test
The purpose of this test is to measure persistence of earth conductor. Vital test for electrical safety
as well as explosion safety because of e.g static electricity control. The test current is 10 A (current)
and the overall resistance should not exceed 0,5 Ω.
High voltage test (electrical strength)
The purpose of this test is to measure leakage current through insulation. Vital test for revealing
broken components or similar failures which can not be identified visually. Testing voltage applied
is 2130 VDC. Maximum leakage current is 5 mA.
Test of expected use of equipment
The luminary is subjected to shaking and vibration – to see that all the internal wires are properly
attached and components are not loose.
Operational test of luminaire and accessories
The unit is plugged-in and checked that it is working properly after all accomplished tests above.
Visual inspection
A final check to see everything is fine (screws attached properly, wires connected and required
markings attached).
1.4.3 Warranty
SLAM Star units have two-year warranty from purchasing date. You will find detailed warranty
conditions from www.atexor.com.

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2 Prior to use
2.1 Selection of right equipment
You need to be sure that the equipment you intend to take into explosion-hazardous area matches
up with the zone classification and other safety requirements related. The operator is solely
responsible for the correct selection and use of the equipment at his site. At least the following
points should be notified prior to use.
2.2 Intended purpose of equipment
Please keep in mind what the actual application of equipment is. For example in case the
equipment is to be moved when connected to the supply it needs to be designed for that purpose.
If the certification is mentioning “portable” it means that the equipment is suitable and tested for
portable use. If the certification does not mention portable it means that the equipment shall not be
moved when it is in operation (reliable fixing of equipment).
SLAM Star is designed and tested for portable use
2.3 Application of use (Zone XX) in accordance with equipment category
Operator has the best knowledge of area classification at his site. To help the operators’ selection
of equipment the certification is describing the equipment category. For explosion hazardous areas
there are three equipment categories.
•Category 1 product is suitable for use in Zones 0, 1 and 2 / (20, 21 and 22)
•Category 2 product is suitable for use in Zones 1 and 2 / 21 and 22
•Category 3 product is suitable for use in Zones 2 / (22)
SLAM Star is Category 2 equipment
2.4 Explosion group (IIA, IIB or IIC) in accordance with Equipment group (IIA,
IIB or IIC)
This information is vital because different substances require varied amount of energy to be
ignited. Safety requirements for equipment are not the same for different substances (e.g. static
electricity requirements). Therefore making the selection easier the gases are divided to three
different groups (IIA, IIB and IIC). Further information about the substances can be found from
EN/IEC 60079-20-1 (Data for flammable gases and vapours, relating to the use of electrical
apparatus).
SLAM Star belongs to Equipment group IIC
2.5 Temperature class of the equipment
Please observe the Ignition Temperature (IT) of the substance creating the explosion hazard at
your site. Select the equipment based on IT of the substance. The temperature of the equipment
must be lower than IT. The highest temperature of the equipment is specified by using
Temperature Classes T1 to T6.
Example
Petroleum ignition temperature is approximately 250°C àMaximum allowed temperature class of
the equipment is T3 (< 200° C)

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SLAM Star has Temperature Class T4 (Gases)
2.6 Environmental criteria
Please observe the ambient temperature of the application because certification is valid for
temperatures between -20 °C…+40 °C. If the equipment is used in other temperatures the safety
cannot be guaranteed.
Selection and use of equipment is always under the responsibility of the operator. Please
note that all of the aforementioned criteria are to be fulfilled when selecting the equipment.
Please do not take any unnecessary risks.

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3 Operating instructions
3.1 Personnel
The use of the equipment is to be controlled and accepted by the operator. The personnel using
the unit have to be authorized by the operator or his representative. In case of further training of
using the equipment please contact the local supplier of the equipment.
3.2 Storage
SLAM Star units should be stored in a dry place within normal operating temperatures ie.
-20 °C…+40 °C. The units should not be stored in direct sunlight.
3.3 Before first use
Read this manual carefully before taking the product in to use. Archive the documents included
with the unit for further reference (manual, test report and declaration of conformity).
3.4 Visual inspection
As for all equipment to be used inside explosion hazardous area it is recommended that before
taking the unit into Ex –area, a visual re-inspection on the unit was taken and an analysis made
that the unit is not damaged (e.g. any part or wires are loose damaged or disconnected).
In case faults or defects on the unit are noticed, it is prohibited to take the unit into Ex –area until
corrective actions have been made.
3.5 Special attention on 2-pole use (24 V or 42 V)
Certain SLAM Star units are designed to be used together with step-down transformers. Using
SLAM Star unit with transformers of 2-pole socket outlets (without grounding / bonding) imposes
certain extra requirements for the unit itself.
Please inform us about your requirement for 2-pole use when placing the order. Products originally
manufactured for 3-pole use can not be modified later for 2-pole use by the operator. Such
modifications are only allowed to be carried out by the manufacturer or under supervision of the
manufacturer.
Note! Lack of equipotential bonding may cause danger in Ex –area, therefore please pay special
attention to all installations involving metallic parts. Static charging is especially noted on standards
referring to installations in explosion hazardous areas (e.g. EN/IEC 60079-14).
3.6 Connection to the supply
It is recommended that the unit is first connected to the mains / transformer before entering the
explosion hazardous area. Potential equalization should be arranged by the operator prior entering
explosion hazardous area.
SLAM Star units with 2-pole supply (without bonding connection) can be taken to explosion
hazardous area without connecting it to the supply first.
3.6.1 Requirements for supply (electricity)
Supply voltage: Variation may be maximum ±10% from the value stated in the unit type label.
Current: Maximum current of the system is 16 A.

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Frequency: Standard 50 Hz if not otherwise stated in the type label.
Fuse protection: The supply has a fuse with a breaking capacity of at least 1500 A.
Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB): It is recommended to use a supply with 30 mA ELCB.
Please observe the type label for further data. Luminaires for 110 VAC or 230 VAC supply are to
be connected to a supply incorporating protective earth conductor.
3.7 Adding accessories to SLAM Star
Atexor provides a number of different accessories but in case you afterwards want to add
accessories of your own for the SLAM Star unit, please note the following points:
1. The user is fully responsible for the use of the equipment including service and
maintenance
2. In case of adding accessories the following is mandatory
a. The construction of the certified unit shall not change
b. The IP class of the unit shall not decrease
3. The static electricity is taken account (e.g. electrostatic bonding)
In case you do not want to do your own risk assessment for the accessories please view
the whole range of accessories at www.atexor.com
3.8 Linking luminaires in series
SLAM Star units may be equipped with Ex-certified socket in the factory. Sockets are considered
optional so they are added to the unit upon customer’s special request.
In-built sockets are recommended when the illuminated area is notably large, complex or not
enough wiring points are available. Linking the units in series save time, amount of cable and
provide an opportunity to build a chain of lights to provide enough illumination.
When linking the units together, please observe the following
1) Connect the first luminaire to the power supply and then connect the other luminaries to
each other one by one
2) The in-built sockets are only for chaining Atexor SLAM products
3) Amount of luminaires that may be connected with each other depends on the supply
voltage
4) The total length of the light chain does not exceed 66 meters
5) The total current of the electrical installation does not exceed 16 A
6) Competent person of the operator shall control and accept the temporary electrical
installation at the site
General guide for linking SLAM Star luminaires with 5 m 3x1,5 mm2(or 3x2,5 mm2) cable:
Supply
voltage
Type of luminaire
Amount of
luminaires
230 V
SLAM Star
3
110 V
SLAM Star
3
42 V
SLAM Star
3
24 V
SLAM Star
3
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Please note that even if the voltage drop allows certain amount of luminaries to be linked together,
too long chain of luminaries may affect the ability of the fuses in the electrical input to work properly
in a fault situation. Therefore it is not recommended to chain luminaries to a longer chain than 66 m
measured from the protective fuse (when the electrical supply is protected with C-curve fuse).
Please refer to local applicable laws and requirements for electrical installations.
The SLAM Star control gear protects itself against excessive voltage drops (numerous linking) by
switching itself off. If too many units are connected to the chain, some units of the chain will switch
off. You may start up by unplugging the last units on the line.

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4 Inspection and repair
4.1 After Use
Take the following steps after the SLAM Star unit has been taken out from Ex-area
1) Clean the unit with a damp cloth (do not use detergents or solvents)
2) Change the anti-static film of the light unit tubes if only little light comes through it or it is
damaged
3) Have a visual check on the unit (condition of cable, light unit, enclosure, tightness of parts)
4) Let the unit dry in open air
5) Store the unit (see 3.2 Storage)
4.2 Repair
The following procedure should be taken in case the SLAM Star unit needs to be repaired
1) Repairs may be carried out only outside Ex –area
2) Person responsible for maintenance should have been trained the basics of explosion-
protection as well electricity
3) Only original spare parts from Atexor should be used. Please note that there are no
components in this unit which can be repaired by using glue, silicone or any other similar
method.
4) The dissipation feature (antistatic) on transparent parts of SLAM Star may be damaged
because of external affects like solvents or chemicals or mechanical stress. In case the
surface of the PC-tube is damaged in one area greater than 100 cm2the part has to be
changed. The surface resistance of the transparent parts has to be between 1 MΩ…1 GΩ.
Please contact Atexor in case you need a simple measuring device, which is needed for
measuring surface resistance of the PC-tubes.
5) Maintenance instructions with exploded-view diagram and spare parts list are available at
your local distributor and the manufacturer. Please, when requesting maintenance
instructions with exploded-view diagrams, include the model and serial number of the
product.
The device has electronics inside, please use required actions when disposing of
the device or its components.
4.3 Testing
Tests are to be done according to EN/IEC 60079-19 before returning the repaired unit back to
operation. The following tests shall be done in addition to the tests specified in EN/IEC 60079-19.
•PE –resistance test
•High-voltage test (500 VDC between Phase & Neutral against P/E conductor; N/A for 2-
pole units)
•Operational test
•Test of expected use (vibrations, shaking)
Proper testing ensures safe operation of repaired equipment.
4.4 Repair report
The operator is responsible for keeping up to date record of the condition of his equipment (EN/IEC
60079-14). Ensuring the availability of this important information each repair procedure should be
written down in repair report according to EN/IEC 60079-19.

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Repair report should include at least
•Name of person who conducted the maintenance
•Date of maintenance
•Procedure of maintenance
•Signature of person responsible accepting the maintenance
4.5 More information about the use of Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas
Atmospheres
Please observe the requirements of the valid standards of the day. Please study at least the
following standards:
EN/IEC 60079-14 (Electrical installations in hazardous areas)
EN/IEC 60079-10 (Classification of hazardous areas)
EN/IEC 60079-17 (Inspection and maintenance of electrical installations in hazardous areas)
EN/IEC 60079-19 (Repair and overhaul for apparatus used in potentially explosive atmospheres)
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