extronics iTAG100 User manual

ATEX/IECEx Operating Manual
iTAG100

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Document Number 404255(4) (See Extronics DDM for revision history)
©2020 Extronics Limited. This document is Copyright Extronics limited.
Extronics reserve the right to change this manual and its contents without notice, the latest
version applies.

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Contents
Introduction.......................................................................................................... 4
Safety Information and Notes.............................................................................. 5
2.1 Storage of this Manual................................................................................... 5
2.1 Special Conditions for Safe Use.................................................................... 5
2.1.1 ATEX and IECEx
(Taken from Epsilon 06 ATEX 2075X and IECEx ITS 14.0012X)........................ 5
2.2 Essential health and safety requirements...................................................... 5
2.3 List of Notes .................................................................................................. 5
Installation and Setting-to-Work .......................................................................... 7
3.1 Assembly and Disassembly........................................................................... 7
3.2 Installation ..................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Adjustment .................................................................................................... 7
Intended Purpose Usage..................................................................................... 8
4.1 Transportation and Storage........................................................................... 8
4.2 Authorized Persons....................................................................................... 8
4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance............................................................................ 8
4.4 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................ 9
4.5 Cleaning and Maintenance Intervals ............................................................. 9
4.6 Aggressive substances and environments .................................................... 9
4.7 Exposure to external stresses ....................................................................... 9
Type Codes....................................................................................................... 10
5.1 iTAG100...................................................................................................... 10
5.2 Batteries...................................................................................................... 10
EU Declaration of Conformity............................................................................ 11
Label Drawing ................................................................................................... 13
Warranty............................................................................................................ 13

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Introduction
The iTAG100 is an intrinsically safe version of the AeroScout T2 Tag and is the most
advanced Wi-Fi based Active RFID tag on the market, from the company that
originated the Wi-Fi tag industry. The iTAG100 is a small, long-life Wi-Fi based active
RFID device that can be placed on any asset, allowing the AeroScout system to
locate assets that are not Wi-Fi enabled.

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Safety Information and Notes
2.1 Storage of this Manual
Keep this user manual safe and in the vicinity of the controller. All persons who have to work
on or with the controller should be advised on where the manual is stored.
2.1 Special Conditions for Safe Use
2.1.1 ATEX and IECEx
(Taken from Epsilon 06 ATEX 2075X and IECEx ITS 14.0012X)
1. For Group I & II Equipment:
•Do not open. No user serviceable parts within the equipment.
2. For Group IIC Equipment with EPL Ga:
•The enclosure has been coated with a layer of conductive coating.
Inspect before use to validate the integrity of the coating; the equipment
is not to be used if scratching or chipping of the coating occurs. Refer to
instruction manual for information on the durability of the coating with
regard to the equipment, and any environmental impact.
3. For model variants iTAG100-1/iTAG100-1-CB (Group IIC, EPL Gb equipment
with no conductive coating):
•When used in a Group IIC environment, the user must take the
necessary precautions to avoid the accumulation of electrostatic charge
of the enclosure, to minimise static charge risk.
4. For all models:
•Only batteries listed can be used: XL-050F, XLP-050F, iTAG100-B1-II
2.2 Essential health and safety requirements
This equipment is designed to satisfy clause 1.2.7 of the Essential Health and Safety
Requirement ANNEX II of directive 2014/34/EU.
2.3 List of Notes
The notes supplied in this chapter provide information on the following.
•Danger / Warning.
oPossible hazard to life or health.
•Caution
oPossible damage to property.
•Important
oPossible damage to the tag.
•Information
oNotes on the optimum use of the device

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Warning! This product can be delivered in a number of different variations; each
variant has restrictions on where it can be used. Please read the
information in the type codes section fully and ensure that your iTAG100
is suitable for the hazardous area which it is to be used.
Warning! All iTAG100 devices should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Warning! iTAG100 batteries should only be replaced in the safe area, by a
competent person. For further details contact Extronics.
Warning! The iTAG100 contains a source of RF power, which is software limited to
<100mW, which is compliant with the requirements of EN 60079-
0:2012+A11:2013 Table 4. The user must not attempt to modify the
software to exceed this power level.
Warning! The iTAG100 variants have different permissible ambient temperature
ranges for different ATEX/IECEx temperature classes (Group II only), as
follows:
Warning! Do not open the iTAG100. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Warning! Any repairs or replacement of parts MUST be performed by the
manufacturer or its nominated sub-contractor or agent.
ATEX/IECEx Temperature
Class
Permissible Ambient
Temperature Range
T4
-30oC ≤Ta ≤+75oC
T5
-30oC ≤Ta ≤+45oC
T6
-30oC ≤Ta ≤+30oC

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Installation and Setting-to-Work
3.1 Assembly and Disassembly
The iTAG100 is provided ready assembled and should not be dismantled by the user.
3.2 Installation
The iTAG100 should be mounted on the asset which desires tracking or worn by the
person who is to be tracked.
Warning! Attention should be paid to the Temperature Class (T Class) of the area
which the asset or person could be entering. Restrictions on the ambient
temperature apply to the certification of the iTAG100. Please refer to this
manual and marking on the tag for the maximum ambient temperature
permitted for each T Class.
3.3 Adjustment
No user adjustment of the iTAG100 is possible.

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Intended Purpose Usage
Important Before setting the units to work, read the technical documentation
carefully.
Important The latest version of the technical documentation or the corresponding
technical supplements is valid in each case.
The iTAG100 is built using modern components and is extremely reliable in
operation; however, it must only be used for its intended purpose. Please note that
the intended purpose also includes compliance with the instructions issued by the
manufacturer for installation, setting up and service.
Any other use is regarded as conflicting with the intended purpose. The manufacturer
is not liable for any subsequent damage resulting from such inadmissible use. The
user bears the sole risk in such cases.
4.1 Transportation and Storage
All iTAG100 devices must be so transported and stored that they are not subjected to
any excessive mechanical stresses.
4.2 Authorized Persons
Only persons trained for the purpose are authorized to handle the iTAG100; they
must be familiar with the unit and must be aware of the regulation and provisions
required for explosion protection as well as the relevant accident prevention
regulations.
4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance
The iTAG100 and all its components require no maintenance and are self-monitoring.
All work on the iTAG100 by personnel who are not expressly qualified for such
activities will cause the Ex approval and the guarantee to become void.

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4.4 Safety Precautions
Important For the installation, maintenance and cleaning of the units, it is
absolutely necessary to observe the applicable regulations and
provisions concerned with explosion protection (EN 60079-0, EN 60079-
11, EN 60079-14) as well as the Accident Prevention Regulations.
4.5 Cleaning and Maintenance Intervals
The cleaning interval depends on the environment where the system is installed.
4.6 Aggressive substances and environments
The iTAG100 is not designed to come into contact with aggressive substances or
environments, please be aware that additional protection may be required.
4.7 Exposure to external stresses
The iTAG100 is not designed to be subjected to excessive stresses e.g. vibration,
heat, impact. Additional protection is required to protect against these external
stresses.
The iTAG100 will require additional protection if it is installed in a location where it
may be subjected to damage.

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Type Codes
5.1 iTAG100
Part Number
Description
iTAG100-1
iTAG100 suitable for use in a Zone 1 IIC hazardous area
iTAG100-1-CB
iTAG100, fitted with a call button, suitable for use in a Zone 1 IIC
hazardous area
iTAG100-6
iTAG100 suitable for use in a Zone 0 IIB hazardous area
iTAG100-6-CB
iTAG100, fitted with a call button, suitable for use in a Zone 0 IIB
hazardous area
iTAG100-3
iTAG100 suitable for mining group I use
iTAG100-3-CB
iTAG100 fitted with call button, suitable for mining group I use
iTAG100-1-PB
iTAG100 with push in battery, suitable for use in Zone 1 IIC
hazardous area
iTAG100-1-CBPB
iTAG100, fitted with a call button and push in battery, suitable for
use in Zone 1 IIC hazardous area
iTAG100-6-PB
iTAG100 with push in battery, suitable for use in Zone 0 IIB
hazardous area
iTAG100-6-CBPB
iTAG100, fitted with a call button and push in battery, suitable for
use in Zone 0 IIB hazardous area
5.2 Batteries
Battery types dependant on iTAG100 version:
Part Number
Description
iTAG100-B1-II
Encapsulated Lithium battery suitable for use in all group II areas
TAC110
Pack of 10 spare push in batteries Xeno XLP-050F
TAC1100
Pack of 100 spare push in batteries Xeno XLP-050F
Xeno Energy
XL-050F / XLP-050F
Lithium battery suitable for use in group I and II areas
Battery change service is offered by Extronics for iTAG100-1/CB, iTAG100-6/CB
Part Number
Description
M010001
iTAG100x Refurbishment Service for iTAG100B1MII includes
TGUARD

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EU Declaration of Conformity

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Label Drawing
ITAG100 Type Code
Certification Code
iTAG100-1 / PB
II 2 G Ex ia IIC T6…T4 Gb
iTAG100-1-CB / PB
II 2 G Ex ia IIC T6…T4 Gb
iTAG100-6 / PB
II 1 G Ex ia IIB T6…T4 Ga
iTAG100-6-CB / PB
II 1 G Ex ia IIB T6…T4 Ga
iTAG100-3
1 M1 Ex ia I Ma
iTAG100-3-CB
1 M1 Ex ia I Ma
** PB suffix for variants to indicate push in battery.
Warranty
For full details of the Extronics warranty policy, please visit the Company section of
www.extronics.com, and download Terms and Conditions.
Group II Versions
Group I Versions

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