Bartec SILAS A7-3741-1110 Series User manual

A1-3741-7D0001-03/2017-BARTEC-294266
Operating instructions
Steuerung SILAS Control unit Type: A7-3741-1110/....; Pressure monitor Type: 17-51P3-1604
Document no.: A1-3741-7D0001 Version: 31 March 2017 / Rev. F

BARTEC GmbH Tel.: [phone] [email protected]
Max Eyth-Straße 16 Fax: [phone] www.bartec.de
97980 Bad Mergentheim
Germany
Reservation: Technical data subject to change without
notice. Changes, errors and misprints may not
be used as a basis for any claim for damages.
Operating Instructions
SILAS controller
Control unit
Type: A7-3741-1110/….
Pressure monitor
Type: 17-51P3-1604
Document no.: A1-3741-7D0001
Version: 30. June 2017 / Rev. F
Contents
Germany
English
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Appendix
EU Declaration of Conformity

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Table of Contents
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1. Safety 6
1.1 This Manual 6
1.1.1 Languages 7
1.2 Handling the Product 7
1.3 Use in Accordance with the Intended Purpose 7
1.3.1 Exclusive Purpose 7
1.3.2 Improper Use 7
1.4 Operator’s Obligations 7
1.5 Safety Instructions 8
1.5.1 General Safety Instructions 8
1.5.2 Safety Instructions for Operation 8
1.6 Standards Conformed To 9
1.7 Ex Protection Type and Certification 10
1.8 Warranty 11
2. Product Description 12
2.1 “Pressurised Enclosure” Type of Protection 12
2.2 SILAS Controller 12
2.3 Schematic Diagram of the SILAS Controller in Zone 2 13
2.4 Schematic Diagram of the SILAS Controller in Zone 22 14
2.5 SILAS Control Unit 15
2.6 Pressure Monitor 16
2.7 Digital Purge Gas Valve 16
2.8 Pressure Reducer with Pressure Gauge 17
2.9 Purge Gas Nozzle 17
2.10 Purge Gas Nozzle Zone 22 17
2.11 Mounting Kit for Internal Installation 18
3. Installation 19
3.1 Mounting Positions 19
3.2 SILAS Controller - External Mounting 20
3.2.1 Control Configuration 20
3.2.2 Installation of the Control Unit 21
3.3 SILAS Controller - Internal Mounting 22
3.3.1 Control Configuration 22
3.3.2 Mounting the Control Unit 23
3.3.3 Mounting Atmosphere Measuring Point 24
3.4 Mounting Pressure Monitor 25
3.5 Purge Gas Supply 26
3.5.1 Installation of the G1/4″ Purge Gas Supply 27
3.5.2 Mounting of the G1/2″ Purge Gas Supply 28
3.5.3 Installation of the Purge Gas Supply for Enclosures Used in Dust Explosion-Endangered Areas 29
4. Connections 30
4.1 Pneumatic Connections 30
4.2 Electrical Connections 31
4.2.1 Safety Instructions for the Electrical System 31
4.2.2 Directions for Wiring the SILAS Control Unit 31
4.2.3 Electrical Connections to the SILAS Control Unit 32
5. Operation 33
5.1 Setting of Parameters 33
5.2 “ON/OFF” Rotary Switch 33
5.3 “Parameters” Rotary Switch 33
5.4 “+”, “-“ and “SET” Buttons 34

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5.5 Changing of Levels 34
6. Commissioning 35
6.1 General Settings for Commissioning 35
6.1.1 Purging Function 35
6.1.2 K3 Relay 35
6.2 Commissioning of the SILAS Controller for Zone 2 36
6.2.1 Defining the Operating Pressure 36
6.2.2 Determination of the purging pressure 37
6.2.3 Purge time Calculate 37
6.2.4 Checking the Purging Phase 38
6.2.5 Checking the Operating Phase 39
6.3 Commissioning of the SILAS Controller for Zone 22 40
6.3.1 Define the Operating Pressure 40
6.3.2 Checking the Operating Phase 40
6.4 Adjusting the Leakage Air Needle 41
6.5 Safety During Operation 42
6.6 Types of Purge gas 42
7. Operation 43
7.1 Operating Phases of the SILAS Controller for Zone 2 43
7.2 Flow Diagram 43
7.3 Preparatory Phase 43
7.4 Purging Phase 44
7.5 Operating Phases of the SILAS Controller for Zone 22 45
7.5.1 Flow Diagram 45
7.5.2 Preparatory Phase 45
7.5.3Operating Phase 45
7.6 Bypass-Operation During the Operating Phase 46
8. Maintenance and Care 47
8.1 Inspection Table for Commissioning and Maintenance 48
9. Malfunctioning and Troubleshooting 49
9.1 Fault Table 49
10. Technical Data 51
10.1 SILAS Control Unit 51
10.2 Pressure Monitor 52
10.3 Digital Purge Gas Valve with Leakage Air Needle Valve 52
10.4 Requirements for Purge Gas 52
10.5 SILAS Control Purge Gas Diagram 53
11. Order Numbers 54
11.1 SILAS Control Unit 54
11.2 Pressure Monitor 54
11.3 Accessories and Spare Parts 54
11.3.1 Digital Purge Gas Valve 54
11.3.2 Pressure Reducer 54
11.3.3 Adjustable Purge Gas Nozzle for Zone 22 54
11.3.4 Accessories for the SILAS Control 54
12. Appendix 55
12.1 Borehole Pattern for the SILAS Control Unit 55
12.2 Test and Assessment Report Form 56
13. Declaration of Conformity and Approvals 58
13.1 Declaration of Conformity 58

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1. Safety
1.1 This Manual
O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c ti o n s
It is essential to read and observe the contents of this documentation and this chapter in
particular before you install and operate the SILAS control unit.
This manual contains the information required to use the control unit in accordance with
its intended purpose. It is addressed to technically qualified personnel.
Familiarity with and the technically perfect implementation of the safety instructions and
warnings described in this manual are preconditions for safe installation and
commissioning. The safety notes and warnings in this documentation are given in a
general way and only qualified personnel will have the necessary specialised know-how
to interpret and implement them correctly in specific individual cases.
This manual is an integral part of the scope of supply even if for logistical reasons it can
be ordered and delivered separately. If you need any further information, please ask the
BARTEC branch that is near you or responsible for your area.
Particularly important points in this documentation are marked with a warning symbol:
D A N G ER
The DANGER sign draws attention to a DANGER which will lead to death
or serious injury if not avoided.
W A R N I N G
WARNING draws attention to a danger which can lead to death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
C A U T I O N
CAUTION draws attention to a danger which can lead to an injury if it is
not avoided.
A T T E N T I O N
ATTENTION draws attention to measures which should be taken to prevent damage
to property.
N o t e
Important instructions and information on effective, economical and
environmentally compatible handling.

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1.1.1 Languages
Note
The original operating instructions were written in German. All other
available languages are translations of the original operating instructions.
The operating instructions are available in various languages. They are enclosed with
the product in the languages German, English, French, Italian, Spanish and Russian.
If you require any other languages, please ask BARTEC or request them when placing
the order.
1.2 Handling the Product
The product described in these operating instructions has been tested and left the
factory in perfect condition as regards meeting safety requirements. To maintain this
condition and ensure that this product operates perfectly and safely, use it only in the
manner described by the manufacturer. Appropriate transportation, suitable storage and
careful operation are also essential for the perfect and safe operation of this product.
The SILAS control unit must be mounted properly and securely onto the pressurised
enclosure if it is to work perfectly and correctly.
1.3 Use in Accordance with the Intended Purpose
1.3.1 Exclusive Purpose
The SILAY controller serves exclusively as a controlling and monitoring device for
pressurised enclosures and is intended for use in Explosion Group II, Category 3G/D
and Temperature Class T4 or T6.
The permissible operating data for the device being used must be observed.
1.3.2 Improper Use
Any other use is not in accordance with the intended purpose and can cause damage
and accidents. The manufacturer will not be liable for any use beyond that of its
exclusive intended purpose.
1.4 Operator’s Obligations
The operator undertakes to restrict permission to work on the SILAS control unit to
people who:
are familiar with the basic regulations on safety and accident prevention and have
been instructed in the use of the SILAS control unit;
have read and understood the documentation, the chapter on safety and the
warnings.
The owner/managing operator checks that the safety regulations and accident
prevention rules applicable to the respective application are being observed.

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1.5 Safety Instructions
1.5.1 General Safety Instructions
Do not wipe devices with a dry cloth or clean them in a hazardous area!
Do not open devices in a hazardous area.
The general statutory regulations or directives relating to safety at work, accident
prevention and environmental protection legislation must be observed, e.g. the
German industrial health and safety ordinance (BetrSichV) or the applicable
national ordinances.
In view of the risk of dangerous electrostatic charging, wear appropriate clothing
and footwear.
Keep the devices away from moisture.
1.5.2 Safety Instructions for Operation
When setting up or operating explosion-resistant electrical systems, the IEC/EN 60079-
14 (NEC for USA/CEC for Canada) and all relevant installation and operating regulations
must be observed.
Upkeep
For electrical systems the relevant installation and operating regulations must be
complied with (e.g. Directive 99/92/EC, Directive 94/9/EC, German industrial
health and safety ordinance (BetrSichV), the applicable national ordinances IEC
60079-14 and the DIN VDE 0100 series)!
The disposal of this equipment must comply with the national regulations on the
disposal of waste.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is not necessary if the device is operated correctly, in
accordance with the installation instructions and environmental conditions. See
Chapter 8 on “Maintenance and Care”.
Inspection
Under IEC 60079-19 and EN 60079-17, the owner/managing operator of
electrical installations in hazardous areas is obliged to have these installations
checked by a qualified electrician to ensure that they are in a proper condition.
Repairs
Repairs on explosion-protected operating equipment may be done only by
authorised persons working in accordance with the latest developments in
technology and using original spare parts. The relevant regulations must be
observed.
Commissioning
Before commissioning, check that all components and documents are there.

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1.6 Standards Conformed To
The SILAS control unit conforms to Directive 94/9/EC for devices and protective systems
for use for their intended purpose in hazardous areas (ATEX Directive). Pursuant to this
directive, the following standards serve as a basis for the SILAS control unit:
Standard
Designation
EN 60079-0:2012 +
A11:2013
IEC 60079-0:2011
+ Cor. 2012 + Cor.2013
Edition: 6.0
Explosive atmospheres -
Part 0: Equipment - General requirements
EN 60079-2:2014
IEC 60079-2:2014
+ Cor. 2015
Edition: 6
Explosive Atmospheres -
Part 2: Equipment protection by pressurised enclosure
“p”
EN 60079-15:2010
IEC 60079-15:2010
Edition: 4
Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres -
Part 15: Construction, test and marking of type of
protection "n" electrical apparatus
EN 60079-31:2014
IEC 60079-31:2013
Edition: 2
Explosive Atmospheres -
Part 31: Equipment dust ignition protection by
enclosure “t”
EN 61000-6-3:2007 +
A1:2011
IEC 61000-6-3:2006
+ A1:2010
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) -
Part 6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for industrial
environments
EN 60529:1991 +
A1:2000+A2:2013
IEC 60529:1989
+ A1:1999 + A2:2013
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) -
Part 6-4: Generic standards -
Immunity for residential, commercial and light-industrial
environments
EN 60529:1991 +
A1:2000+A2:2013
IEC 60529:1989
+ A1:1999 + A2:2013
Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)
EN 61010-1:2010
IEC 61010-1:2010
+ Cor. 2011
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use.
Part 1: General requirements