Eaton Crouse-hinds series User manual

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MTL GECMA RT COM module
Modular communications interface for
MTL GECMA work stations
September 2016
INM MTL GECMA RT COM rev 2
Instruction manual
MTL HMI and visualisation

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1 FOREWORD
Please read the entire operating instructions before starting the assembly, connection, installation and
commissioning.
The GECMA RT COM module and any associated safe area equipment must be installed or uninstalled by
qualified personnel only. This individual must be qualified to perform the installation of electrical equipment for
use in potentially explosive atmospheres, and in accordance to the relevant rules and regulations pursuant to the
classification of zones under IEC 60079-14.
The information in the IECEx or EC-type examination certificate should be fully adhered to.
If you have any questions or require technical support, please contact:
Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds division
GECMA Components electronic GmbH
Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 12
50170 Kerpen, Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.gecma.com
Technical developments
The given data is only intended as a product description and should not be regarded as a legal warranty of
properties or guarantee. In the interest of further technical developments, we reserve the right to make
design changes.
Trademarks used:
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Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks mentioned and shown in the text are trademarks of the respective owners and are
recognised as protected.
© 2016 by GECMA Components electronic GmbH
2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
A printed version of the Declaration of Conformity has been provided separately within the original shipment of
goods. However, you can find a copy of the latest version at http://www.mtl-inst.com/certificates

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CONTENTS
1 FOREWORD ...............................................................2
2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3 GENERAL REFERENCE ......................................................4
3.1 General safety information ................................................................4
3.2 Provisions for general operational safety ....................................................5
3.3 Application .............................................................................5
3.4 Safety guidelines ........................................................................5
3.5 ATEX safety instructions ................................................................5-7
3.6 Safety provisions ......................................................................7/8
3.7 Errors and overloading ...................................................................8
4 OVERVIEW ........................................................................9
5 MTL GECMA RT COM MODULE.......................................................9
5.1 Technical data ...........................................................................9
6 INSTALLATION ....................................................................10
6.1 General information .....................................................................10
6.2 Mechanical installation ..................................................................10
6.3 Electrical connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.3.1 DC power connection ..................................................................11
6.3.2 Peripheral equipment connections........................................................12
6.3.3 Connecting the Data cable ..............................................................13
7 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................14
8 REPLACING AN MTL GECMA RT COM MODULE ........................................15
8.1 General information .....................................................................15
8.2 Removal of the MTL GECMA RT COM module ...............................................16
8.3 Removing the existing MTL GECMA RT COM module......................................17/18
8.4 Installing a replacement MTL GECMA RT COM module .................................... 18/19
APPENDIX A - returns (RMA order) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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2 GENERAL REFERENCE
2.1 General safety information
The following methods are used in this manual to alert the user to important information:-
NOTE
These are used to give general information to ensure correct operation
IMPORTANT
These are used to indicate information that is important to the user
Safety instructions for installation and operating personnel
The operating instructions provided here contain essential safety instructions for installation
personnel and those engaged in the operation, maintenance and servicing of the equipment.
WARNING!
Failure to comply with these instructions can endanger the lives or
health of personnel and risk damage to the plant and the environment.
WARNING!
Failure to comply with these instructions can endanger the lives or
health of personnel, risking injury from electric shock.
WARNING!
Failure to comply with these instructions can endanger the lives or
health of personnel, risking injury from electric shock through
improper earthing.
Disclaimer:
The operating instructions in relation to warning and caution set out in these operating instructions
are in lieu of all other representations, conditions, occurrences, warranties, express or implied,
statutory or otherwise regarding events that might require caution or warning or otherwise, all of
which are hereby excluded to the extent permitted by applicable law.

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2.2 Provisions for general operational safety
2.3 Application
The MTL GECMA RT COM module is individually certified and designed for
industrial use in the potentially explosive atmospheres of Zone 1 and Zone 2.
The corresponding certificates are:
Sira 14ATEX5062X IECEx SIR 14.0031X
The product is marked:
ATEX:
EX II 2(2)G
Ex mb[ib] op is IICT4 Gb
Ta =-30°C to +60°C
IECEx:
Ex mb[ib] op is IICT4 Gb
Ta =-30°C to +60°C
2.4 Safety guidelines
These safety guidelines contain information and precautions that must be taken into
account for safe operation in the conditions described.
The Safety Provisions chapter must be studied carefully and adhered to.
The Operating Instructions must be read before installing or using the terminal.
We do not accept liability for printing errors and mistakes in these operating instructions.
Should you have any queries or questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
2.5 ATEX safety instructions
The following information is in accordance with the Essential Health and Safety
Requirements (Annex II) of the EU Directive 2014/34/EU [the ATEX Directive- safety
of apparatus] and is provided for those locations where the ATEX Directive is
applicable.
General
a. This equipment must only be installed, operated and maintained by
competent personnel. Such personnel shall have undergone training, which
included instruction on the various types of protection and installation
practices, the relevant rules and regulations, and on the general principles of
area classification. Appropriate refresher training shall be given on a regular
basis. [See clause 4.2 of EN 60079-17].
b. This equipment has been designed to provide protection against all the
relevant additional hazards referred to in Annex II of the directive, such as
those in clause 1.2.7.
c. This equipment has been designed to meet the requirements of EN 60079-0
EN 60079-11 EN 60079-18 and EN 60079-28