Ecom Instruments CN ATEX Series Installation instructions

Safety instructions
CNx(e) ATEX
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Note:
The current safety precautions, the EC Declaration of Conformity and the ex-certificate
can be downloaded from the relevant product page at www.ecom-ex.com, or alternatively
they can be requested directly from the manufacturer.
Content
1. Application......................................................................................................................................16
2. Safety information ........................................................................................................................16
3. Validity of documentation...........................................................................................................16
4. Faults and damage ......................................................................................................................16
5. Safety regulations ........................................................................................................................17
6. Technical specifications.............................................................................................................18
6.1 European explosion protection.........................................................................................18
6.2 Temperature ranges.............................................................................................................19
6.3 Humidity ...................................................................................................................................19
6.4 IP protection class ................................................................................................................19
6.5 CE-designation: .................................................................................................................19
6.6 Drop protection......................................................................................................................19
7. General safety information ........................................................................................................19
7.1 Laser radiation.......................................................................................................................19
7.2 Pacemakers ............................................................................................................................19
7.3 Infrared.....................................................................................................................................19
7.4 Information concerning wireless devices ......................................................................19
7.5 Information for the European Union................................................................................19
7.6 Information for the USA.......................................................................................................20
7.7 Information for Canada........................................................................................................20
7.8 Information for air travel......................................................................................................20
8. Battery care....................................................................................................................................20
9. Disposal...........................................................................................................................................21
10. Repair ..............................................................................................................................................22
11. Cleaning, maintenance and storage.......................................................................................22
12. Warranty and liability...................................................................................................................23
13. EC Declaration of Conformity...................................................................................................24
14. EC type approval test certificate .............................................................................................25

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1. Application
The CNx(e) ATEX PDA is suitable for industrial application in explosive areas (zone 2 and
zone 22) in accordance with directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 95) and directive 99/92/EC (ATEX
137). The CNx(e) ATEX designation covers device versions CN3 ATEX, CN3e ATEX, CN4
ATEX and CN4e ATEX.
2. Safety information
These operating instructions contain information and safety regulations which are to be
observed without fail for safe operation in the described conditions. Non-observance of
this information and these instructions can have serious consequences or it may violate
regulations. Please read the Intermec operating instructions and these safety precautions
carefully before starting to use the unit!
3. Validity of documentation
We, ecom instruments GmbH, declare under our sole responsibility that our „CNx(e)
ATEX“ product range is based on device types CN3 and CN3e as well as CN4 and CN4e
from Intermec.
All of the original documents such as the general safety precautions, the Quick Start
Guide, explanations and the operating instructions therefore maintain their validity.
Exceptions and variations thereof (e.g. relating to use in hazardous areas) are to be
inferred from these safety precautions.
In case of any doubt these safety precautions provided by ecom instruments Gmbh shall
apply.
4. Faults and damage
If there is any reason to suspect that the safety of the unit has been impaired, it must be
withdrawn from use and removed immediately from the Ex-area.
Measures must be taken to prevent it from being restarted accidentally.
We recommend that the unit is returned to the manufacturer for inspection.
The safety of the unit may be compromised, if, for example:
- there is visible damage to the housing.
- the unit has been subjected to excessive loads.
- the unit has been improperly stored.
- the unit has been damaged in transit.
- unit markings or inscriptions are illegible.
- malfunctions occur.

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5. Safety regulations
Use of this unit assumes that the operator observes the conventional safety regulations
and has read the certificate in order to eliminate faulty operation of the unit.
The following safety regulations must also be complied with:
- Opening the CNx(e) ATEX unit is deemed to be interfering with the internal electronics
of the device and should therefore only be conducted by the manufacturer or persons
authorised by the manufacturer.
- The unit should not be exposed to abrasive acids or bases.
- Only wipe the unit with a damp cloth.
- Only the appropriate battery type AB28-Ex, AB9-Ex or AB16-Ex should be used inside
hazardous areas.
- The battery module should only be exchanged outside the Ex-area.
- After changing the battery and before using the device in the Ex-area it must be ensu-
red that the appropriate locking screw secures the battery catch in place and that the
battery cannot be removed through lateral displacement of the catch.
- Additional batteries must not be carried in the Ex-area.
- The battery should only be charged outside the Ex-area using the following chargers:
Battery charger AC14, docking stations: AD10, AD11, AD12 (Intermec models are
suitable.)
- When the charging process has completed wait for 3 minutes before entering the Ex-
area.
- In general all CNx(e) ATEX units should only be taken into the zone 22 Ex-area if the
interface has been securely sealed by attaching the dust clip. To attach the dust clip
see Figure 1
- In general the CN3e ATEX, CN4 ATEX and CN4e ATEX units should only be taken into
the zone 2 Ex-area if the interface has been securely sealed by attaching the dust clip.
To attach the dust clip see Figure 1
- Removal of the clip in the specified Ex-areas is not permitted.
- All CNx(e) ATEX units should only be taken into zone 2 and zone 22 Ex-areas if the
appropriate wrist strap is attached at both ends of the unit.
- It must be ensured that the unit is not taken into zones 0 and 1 or 20 and 21.
- If the Snap-On RFID 510 -Ex becomes detached from the CNx(e) ATEX device in the
Ex-area, it should be reattached immediately after conducting a visual inspection for
mechanical damage. If this is not possible, the CNx(e) ATEX port must be sealed with
the dust clip.

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Figure 1
6. Technical specifications
6.1 European explosion protection
ATEX ( CN3(e) ATEX): II 3G Ex ic IIC T4
ATEX ( CN4(e) ATEX): II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4
II 3D Ex icD 22 T130 °C
EC type approval test certificate EPS 09 ATEX 1 222 X
Interconnection of devices:
Designation / ambient
temperature range
CN3 ATEX,
CN3e ATEX
Designation / ambient
temperature range
CN4 ATEX,
CN4e ATEX
Snap-On RFID 510 -Ex
(suitable for)
Designation / ambient
temperature range of the
overall system:
(CNx(x) ATEX +
Snap-On RFID 510 -Ex)
--.--
II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4
II 3D Ex icD 22 T130°C ( II 3G Ex ic IIC T4) II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4
II 3G Ex ic IIC T4
II 3D Ex icD 22 T130°C --.-- ( II 3G Ex ic IIC T4) II 3G Ex ic IIC T4
Ta -20°C...+50°C Ta -20°C...+50°C Ta -20°C...+50°C Ta -20°C...+50°C

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6.2 Temperature ranges
Area of application, Ex: -20 °C … +50 °C (-4°F … +122°F)
Area of application, non-Ex: -20 °C … +60 °C (-4°F … +140°F)
Storage temperature: -20 °C … +70 °C (-4°F … +158°F)
6.3 Humidity
Relative humidity : max. 95%
6.4 IP protection class IP 54
6.5 CE-designation: 00102
6.6 Drop protection 1.8 m (6‘) per MIL- STD 810G
7. General safety information
7.1 Laser radiation
- Caution! Laser radiation!
- Do not stare directly at the laser!
- Risk of eye damage!
- Laser class 2
7.2 Pacemakers
- Electromagnetic waves can cause malfunctions and endanger your health!
As no definitive statements can be currently made regarding the immunity of pacema-
kers to conducted disturbances, we generally recommend anyone wearing a pacema-
ker refrains from working with radio equipment (transmission operations)!
- No transmissions should be made close to anyone wearing a pacemaker!
7.3 Infrared
- Do not direct the IR beam into the eyes of another person and prevent the IR beam
from interfering with other IR devices.
7.4 Information concerning wireless devices
The use of wireless devices may be prohibited or restricted in some environments. This
can apply aboard aeroplanes, in hospitals, near explosive substances or under other
hazardous conditions. If you are unsure what rules apply to the use of the device, please
ask for permission before switching it on.
7.5 Information for the European Union
The WLAN functionality of this product according to the IEEE 802.11b/g standard and its
Bluetooth features can be used in the following EU and EFTA countries: Belgium, Den-
mark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Great Britain, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Liechten-
stein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Sweden,
Switzerland, Slovenia, Spain and Hungary. Only certain channels are available in France
(channels 10, 11, 12 and 13) for the WLAN operation of this product according to the
IEEE 802.11b/g standard. Contact ART (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for more information
concerning local regulations and authorisation.

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7.6 Information for the USA
There is a risk of exposure to high frequency radiation. The radiation output of this de-
vice is below the FCC limits for high frequency radiation. Nevertheless, the device should
be used in such a way that contact with people during normal operation is predominant-
ly avoided.
7.7 Information for Canada
The following conditions are to be observed for operating this device: (1) This device
should not cause any harmful interference and (2) it must accept any interference recei-
ved, including interference that may cause undesired operation. If the „IC:“ designation is
present before the approval registration number, it indicates that the requirements of the
Industry Canada Standard have been fulfilled.
7.8 Information for air travel
Permission for using electronic devices on board an aircraft is at the discretion of the
respective airline.
8. Battery care
- The battery should be fully charged before first use.
- Note that the maximum capacity of the battery is only obtained after approximately 6
charging and discharge cycles.
- As the efficiency of batteries diminishes over the course of time, it should be occa-
sionally discharged completely in order to maintain the full capacity. To do this leave
the unit switched on until it switches itself off. Then fully charge the battery outside the
Ex-area.
- The battery must be fully charged before being stored for a prolonged period and it
should be recharged regularly (every 3 months).
The battery module should not be burned or subjected
to temperatures exceeding 60 °C!
Do not open or dismantle the battery module!
Dispose of the battery module properly!
Keep the battery module away from children!
Do not subject the battery module to inadmissible mechanical loads.
Replace damaged modules immediately!
Only use battery modules and chargers that are approved for CNx(e) ATEX!
Do not short circuit the battery module!
When inserting the battery pay attention to the correct polarity and fit!

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High quality lithium-ion batteries are used in your CNx(e) ATEX. These batteries have
numerous advantages in everyday use, such as a low weight and high capacity in a
nevertheless compact construction. In addition these batteries also exhibit practically no
memory effect.
However, these batteries are susceptible to a natural ageing process which impairs their
functionality. Modern batteries today have a lifespan of around 500 charge cycles, which,
when used daily, corresponds to a service life of approximately 2 years. The ageing
process increases rapidly after this period, which means that the batteries are deemed
technically defective after 500 charge cycles. Moreover, the batteries could blow up and
cause irreparable damage to your device in a worst case scenario.
For this reason rechargeable batteries with lithium cells should be replaced after 2 years
at the latest or after reaching a battery capacity that is 50% of its initial value.
Note: The battery used in this unit poses a fire hazard and can cause chemical injuries if
it is used improperly. Neither the battery nor the battery cells should be opened or disas-
sembled and they should not be burned or exposed to temperatures exceeding 100 °C.
9. Disposal
Old electrical devices as well as „historical“ old electrical devices from ecom instru-
ments GmbH are supplied for disposal at our expense and disposed of free of charge
in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC and the German electrical law of
16/03/2005. The costs associated with returning devices to ecom instruments GmbH are
to be borne by the sender.
Your device contains a rechargeable lithium battery.
Depleted batteries or rechargeable batteries that can no longer be recharged should
never be disposed of along with normal or household waste. Old batteries can contain
harmful substances that are hazardous to health and damaging to the environment.
Please return the batteries/rechargeable batteries. Return is free of charge and required
by law. Please only dispose of discharged batteries in the designated containers or take
precautions to prevent short circuits. The poles of lithium batteries must be masked in
each case.
If the battery needs to be disposed of, it can be removed as described. The disposal
regulations specified above are also applicable for old devices.
All batteries and rechargeable batteries can be recycled. Precious raw materials such as
iron, zinc and nickel can therefore be reused.
The symbol means that batteries and rechargeable batteries should not be dis-
posed of along with normal or household waste.

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10. Repair
Repairs are to be conducted by ecom instruments GmbH or by personnel or service
centres authorised by ecom instruments GmbH, because the safety of the unit needs to
be tested after repairs are implemented.
ecom instruments GmbH has the following partner for repairing this device:
Intermec Technologies GmbH
Repair Center Central Region
Burgunderstraße 21
40549 Düsseldorf
Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 211 / 53601 – 499
Fax.: +49 (0) 211 / 53601 – 52
www.intermec.de
In order to avoid unnecessary shipments and to save time please send your device
together with a completed repair advice note to the address specified above.
Additional administration is effected via the ecom instruments GmbH service department.
11. Cleaning, maintenance and storage
- Only use a suitable cloth or sponge to clean the unit. Do not use any solvents or abra-
sive cleaning agents when cleaning.
- It is recommended that you have the functionality and accuracy of the unit inspected
by the manufacturer every two years.
- The batteries should be removed from the unit during prolonged periods of storage.
- Do not allow storage temperatures to exceed or fall below the permitted values!

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12. Warranty and liability
In accordance with our general terms and conditions ecom instruments GmbH provides
a warranty for this product for a period of 13 months regarding its function and material
under the specified and permitted operating and maintenance conditions. This excludes
all parts that are subject to wear and tear (e.g. batteries, probes, calibration units, LEDs,
etc.). We provide a 6-month manufacturer‘s warranty especially for the supplied Ex-
battery.
Other warranty and liability provisions such as those stipulated in the supplied INTER-
MEC manual lose their meaning for the ATEx models.
This warranty does not extend to products that are used improperly, have been modi-
fied, neglected, damaged in accidents or exposed to abnormal operating conditions and
inappropriate handling.
Any claims under the warranty can be invoked by returning the defective equipment to
the manufacturer. We reserve the right to repair, adjust or exchange the device.
The aforementioned warranty conditions are the sole and only right of the purchaser
to compensation, are exclusively valid and replace all other contract or legal warranty
obligations. ecom instruments GmbH assumes no liability for special, direct, indirect,
accompanying or consequential damage as well as losses including the loss of data,
independent of whether it was caused by violation of the warranty obligation, lawful or
unlawful action, action in good faith or any other action.
If the limitation of a legal warranty as well as the exclusion or limitation of accompany-
ing or consequential damage is not permissible in certain countries, it may be that the
aforementioned limitations and exclusions are not valid for every purchaser. Should any
such clause of these warranty conditions be declared ineffective or unenforceable by a
competent court, then the effectiveness or enforceability of any of the other conditions of
these warranty conditions shall remain unaffected by such a judgement.

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13. EC Declaration of Conformity
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WEEE-Reg.-Nr.: DE 934 99306
300008ME01A00
Declaration of EC-Conformity
according to directive 94/9/EC (ATEX)
We ecom instruments GmbH, declare under our sole responsibility, that the product to which this declaration relates, is in
accordance with the provision of the following standards, directives and norms:
name & adress of manufacturer in the EC ecom instruments GmbH
Industriestraße 2
97959 Assamstadt
Germany
description of device explosion protected Pocket PC
type: CNx(e) ATEX
Ex-designation CN3 ATEX / CN3e ATEX
II 3G Ex ic IIC T4
II 3D Ex icD 22 T130°C
CN4 ATEX / CN4e ATEX
II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4
II 3D Ex icD 22 T130°C
EC-Certificate of Conformity EPS 09 ATEX 1 222 X
Certification body Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Germany GmbH
Businesspark A96
86842 Türkheim
identfication number : 2004
name & address of auditing body
a) Quality Management System according
to ISO 9001
TÜV Süd Management Service GmbH
Ridlerstraße 65
80339 München, Germany
name & address of auditing body
b) Quality Management System of production
according to directive 94/9/EC (ATEX)
Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt
Bundesallee 100
38116 Braunschweig, Germany
identification number: 0102
applied harmonized standards EN 60079-0:2006
EN 60079-11:2007
EN 61241-0:2006
EN 61241-11:2006
applied European directives
and recommendations
94/9/EC
ecom instruments GmbH
Assamstadt 26. 05. 2010
Rolf Nied
Managing Director

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14. EC type approval test certificate
For the original certificate please refer to the German version.

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PA000389 / 03 / 2011
WEEE-Reg.-Nr. DE 934 99306
300009AL01A00 03 / 2011
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