Siemens SIMOTICS XP 1MB1 User manual

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SIMOTICS XP
Low-voltage motors
1LA5/6/7/9, 1LG4/6, 1MA6/7,
1MB..1/2/3/4/5 - SH 63 ... 355
Operating Instructions
For use in Zone 1 (IEC/EN 60079-10-1)
F
or use in Zone 2 (IEC/EN 60079-10-1)
For use in Zone 21 (IEC/EN 60079
-10-2)
Optional:
For use in Zone 22 (IEC / EN 60079
-10-2)
06/2018
A5E44455710A
Introduction
1
Safety information
2
Description
3
Preparing for use
4
Assembly
5
Electrical connection
6
Commissioning
7
Operation
8
Maintenance
9
Spare parts
10
Disposal
11
Service and support
A
Technical data
B
Quality documents
C

Siemens AG
Division Process Industries and Drives
Postfach 48 48
90026 NÜRNBERG
GERMANY
Document order number: A5E44455710A
Ⓟ
06/2018 Subject to change
Copyright © Siemens AG 2018.
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Table of contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 About these instructions............................................................................................................9
1.2 Compiling personal documents ................................................................................................9
2 Safety information ................................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Information for those responsible for the plant or system.......................................................11
2.2 The 5 safety rules ...................................................................................................................12
2.3 Qualified personnel .................................................................................................................12
2.4 Safe handling..........................................................................................................................12
2.5 Use in hazardous areas..........................................................................................................14
2.6 Electrostatic sensitive devices ................................................................................................15
2.7 Electromagnetic compatibility .................................................................................................16
2.8 Interference immunity .............................................................................................................16
2.9 Influence on the line power supply through a strongly irregular torque..................................17
2.10 Interference voltages when operating the converter ..............................................................17
2.11 Special designs and construction versions.............................................................................17
2.12 Special conditions for explosion-proof machines ...................................................................17
3 Description............................................................................................................................................ 19
3.1 Area of application ..................................................................................................................19
3.2 Rating plates ...........................................................................................................................21
3.3 Installation...............................................................................................................................22
3.3.1 Regulations .............................................................................................................................23
3.3.2 Cooling and ventilation............................................................................................................24
3.3.2.1 Machines with a fan ................................................................................................................24
3.3.2.2 Machines without a fan (optional) ...........................................................................................24
3.3.3 Bearings..................................................................................................................................25
3.3.4 Balancing ................................................................................................................................25
3.3.5 Types of construction/method of installation ..........................................................................26
3.3.6 Degree of protection ...............................................................................................................27
3.3.7 Environmental conditions........................................................................................................28
3.3.8 Optional built-on and built-in accessories ...............................................................................28
3.3.9 Class .......................................................................................................................................29
3.3.9.1 Zone 1, type of protection increased safety Ex "e" or "eb" .....................................................29
3.3.9.2 Zone 2, type of protection increased safety Ex "ec" or Non sparking "nA" ............................30
3.3.9.3 Zone 21 with type of protection Ex tb IIIC Db (equipment dust explosion protection
provided by the enclosure "t").................................................................................................31
3.3.9.4 Zone 22 with type of protection Ex tc IIIB Dc (equipment dust explosion protection
provided by the enclosure "t").................................................................................................32

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3.3.10 Terminal box .......................................................................................................................... 32
3.3.11 Paint finish.............................................................................................................................. 32
4 Preparing for use .................................................................................................................................. 33
4.1 Safety-related aspects to consider when configuring the plant ............................................. 33
4.2 Observing the operating mode............................................................................................... 33
4.3 Machines without final paint coating ...................................................................................... 33
4.4 Delivery .................................................................................................................................. 34
4.5 Transport and storage............................................................................................................ 34
4.5.1 Storage................................................................................................................................... 36
4.5.2 Securing the rotor................................................................................................................... 38
4.5.3 Commissioning after storage ................................................................................................. 40
4.5.3.1 Insulation resistance and polarization index .......................................................................... 40
4.5.3.2 Lubricating the rolling bearings.............................................................................................. 40
4.5.3.3 Regreasing rolling bearings after storage periods of up to two years ................................... 40
4.5.3.4 Releasing the rotor shipping brace before commissioning.................................................... 40
4.6 Ensure adequate cooling ....................................................................................................... 41
4.7 Thermal protection ................................................................................................................. 43
4.8 Interlock circuit for anti-condensation heating ....................................................................... 44
4.9 Noise emission....................................................................................................................... 44
4.10 Voltage and frequency fluctuations during line operation...................................................... 45
4.11 Rotational speed limit values ................................................................................................. 45
4.12 System-inherent frequencies ................................................................................................. 46
4.13 Electromagnetic compatibility ................................................................................................ 46
4.14 Converter operation ............................................................................................................... 47
4.14.1 Parameterizing the converter................................................................................................. 47
4.14.2 Converter input voltage.......................................................................................................... 47
4.14.3 Reducing bearing currents for converter operation ............................................................... 48
4.14.4 Insulated bearings when operated with a converter .............................................................. 49
4.14.5 Tandem operation .................................................................................................................. 50
4.14.6 Speed limits for converter operation ...................................................................................... 50
5 Assembly.............................................................................................................................................. 51
5.1 Preparing for installation ........................................................................................................ 51
5.1.1 Requirements for installation ................................................................................................. 51
5.1.2 Insulation resistance .............................................................................................................. 52
5.1.2.1 Insulation resistance and polarization index .......................................................................... 52
5.1.2.2 Testing the insulation resistance and polarization index ....................................................... 53
5.2 Mounting and installed the machine ...................................................................................... 55
5.2.1 Preparing the assembly area ................................................................................................. 55
5.2.2 Balancing ............................................................................................................................... 56
5.2.2.1 Mounting and withdrawing output transmission elements ..................................................... 57
5.2.3 Machines with type of construction IM B15, IM B9, IM V8 and IM V9 ................................... 58
5.2.4 Foot mounting ........................................................................................................................ 58
5.3 Alignment and fastening ........................................................................................................ 59

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5.3.1 Repainting/touching up the paint finish of explosion-protected machines..............................59
5.3.2 Measures for alignment and mounting ...................................................................................60
5.3.3 Flatness of the supporting surfaces for conventional motors .................................................60
5.3.4 Machine frame mounting feet (special design).......................................................................61
5.4 Installing the machine .............................................................................................................61
5.4.1 Preconditions for smooth, vibration-free operation.................................................................61
5.4.2 Aligning the machine to the driven machine and mounting....................................................61
5.4.2.1 Selecting bolts.........................................................................................................................61
5.4.2.2 Horizontal types of construction with mounting feet ...............................................................61
5.4.2.3 Horizontal types of construction with flange ...........................................................................62
5.4.2.4 Vertical types of construction with flange................................................................................62
5.4.3 Removing the rotor shipping brace.........................................................................................63
5.4.4 Recommended alignment accuracy .......................................................................................63
5.4.5 Mounting the output elements ................................................................................................64
5.4.6 Axial and radial forces.............................................................................................................66
6 Electrical connection ............................................................................................................................. 67
6.1 Preparation .............................................................................................................................67
6.1.1 Selecting cables......................................................................................................................67
6.2 Connecting the machine .........................................................................................................68
6.2.1 Terminal box ...........................................................................................................................70
6.2.1.1 Terminal marking ....................................................................................................................70
6.2.1.2 Circuit diagram inside the terminal box cover.........................................................................71
6.2.1.3 Direction of rotation.................................................................................................................71
6.2.1.4 Knockout openings .................................................................................................................71
6.2.1.5 Cable entry .............................................................................................................................72
6.2.1.6 Protruding connection cables .................................................................................................73
6.2.1.7 Connecting protruding cables .................................................................................................73
6.2.1.8 Connection with/without cable lugs.........................................................................................74
6.2.1.9 Thread sizes in the terminal box.............................................................................................74
6.2.1.10 Minimum air clearances ..........................................................................................................75
6.2.1.11 Internal equipotential bonding.................................................................................................75
6.2.2 Cable glands ...........................................................................................................................75
6.2.2.1 Mounting position of sheet metal nuts in screw-type connections .........................................76
6.3 Tightening torques ..................................................................................................................76
6.3.1 Cable entries, sealing plugs and thread adapters ..................................................................77
6.4 Connecting the grounding conductor......................................................................................77
6.4.1 Minimum surface area of grounding conductor ......................................................................77
6.4.2 Grounding connection type.....................................................................................................78
6.5 Connecting the temperature sensor/anti-condensation heater ..............................................79
6.5.1 Connecting optional integrated devices and equipment.........................................................
79
6.6Conductor connection .............................................................................................................80
6.6.1 Connecting conductors ...........................................................................................................81
6.6.2 Cable ends with wire end sleeves ..........................................................................................83
6.6.3 Connecting aluminum conductors ..........................................................................................83
6.7 Connecting the converter........................................................................................................84
6.8 Final checks ............................................................................................................................86

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7 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 87
7.1 Measures before commissioning ........................................................................................... 87
7.1.1 Insulation resistance and polarization index .......................................................................... 89
7.1.2 Testing the insulation resistance and polarization index ....................................................... 90
7.1.3 Testing the cooling of the machine ........................................................................................ 92
7.1.4 Commissioning an external fan.............................................................................................. 93
7.1.5 Further documents................................................................................................................. 93
7.2 Setpoint values for monitoring the bearing temperature........................................................ 94
7.3 Switching on........................................................................................................................... 94
7.3.1 Test run .................................................................................................................................. 95
8 Operation.............................................................................................................................................. 97
8.1 Safety instructions for operation ............................................................................................ 97
8.1.1 Safety instructions relating to ventilation and cooling.......................................................... 102
8.1.2 Bridging insulated bearings.................................................................................................. 103
8.1.3 Switching on with the anti-condensation heating active ...................................................... 103
8.2 Switching on the machine.................................................................................................... 104
8.3 Switching off the external fan............................................................................................... 104
8.4 Switching on again after an emergency switching-off.......................................................... 104
8.5 Stoppages ............................................................................................................................ 104
8.5.1 Avoidance of damage to rolling bearings during stoppages................................................ 106
8.5.2 Decommissioning the machine ............................................................................................ 106
8.5.3 Re-commissioning the machine........................................................................................... 106
8.6 faults..................................................................................................................................... 107
8.6.1 Inspections in the event of faults.......................................................................................... 107
8.6.2 Electrical faults ..................................................................................................................... 107
8.6.3 Mechanical faults ................................................................................................................. 108
8.6.4 Rolling bearing faults ........................................................................................................... 109
8.6.5 Faults at the external fan ..................................................................................................... 109
8.7 Deactivating ......................................................................................................................... 109
9 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................111
9.1 Preparation and notes.......................................................................................................... 111
9.1.1 North American market (optional) ........................................................................................ 111
9.1.2 Customs union Eurasia (optional)........................................................................................ 112
9.2 Inspection and maintenance ................................................................................................ 112
9.2.1 Safety instructions for inspection and maintenance ............................................................ 112
9.2.2 Explosion hazard due to increased surface temperature .................................................... 113
9.2.3 Static charging when cleaning ............................................................................................. 114
9.2.4 Inspections in the event of faults.......................................................................................... 114
9.2.5 First inspection..................................................................................................................... 115
9.2.6 General inspection ............................................................................................................... 115
9.2.7 Assessing the rolling bearings ............................................................................................. 116
9.2.8 Mechanical explosion protection for rolling bearings........................................................... 116
9.2.9 Maintenance intervals .......................................................................................................... 117
9.2.10 Re-greasing.......................................................................................................................... 118
9.2.11 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................... 119

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9.2.12 Risk of explosion due to damaged seals ..............................................................................119
9.2.13 Drain condensate..................................................................................................................120
9.2.14 Insulation resistance and polarization index.........................................................................120
9.2.15 Maintaining the external fan (forced ventilation)...................................................................121
9.2.16 Repainting.............................................................................................................................122
9.2.16.1 Paint finish resistant to sea air..............................................................................................122
9.2.16.2 Touch up any damaged paintwork........................................................................................122
9.3 Corrective maintenance........................................................................................................124
9.3.1 Extended motor marking.......................................................................................................124
9.3.2 Anti-condensation heating ....................................................................................................125
9.3.3 Sealing measures .................................................................................................................126
9.3.4 Rolling bearings ....................................................................................................................127
9.3.4.1 Replacing bearings in explosion-proof machines .................................................................128
9.3.4.2 Bearing bushes .....................................................................................................................128
9.3.4.3 Fitting bearings .....................................................................................................................129
9.3.4.4 Insulated roller bearings........................................................................................................130
9.3.5 Mounting dimension "x" ........................................................................................................131
9.3.6 Fan........................................................................................................................................131
9.3.6.1 Metal fan disassembly ..........................................................................................................132
9.3.6.2 Mounting fans .......................................................................................................................132
9.3.7 Cable entries, sealing plugs and thread adapters ................................................................132
9.3.8 Terminal boxes, end shields, grounding conductors, sheet metal fan covers......................133
9.3.9 Terminal board and grounding..............................................................................................133
9.3.10 Screw lock washers ..............................................................................................................133
9.3.11 Links......................................................................................................................................133
9.3.12 Reassembly: Miscellaneous information ..............................................................................134
9.3.13 Optional add-on units............................................................................................................134
9.3.14 O-ring seal ............................................................................................................................134
10 Spare parts ......................................................................................................................................... 135
10.1 Parts order ............................................................................................................................135
10.2 Data matrix code on the machine .........................................................................................135
10.3 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................135
10.4 Purchasing commercially available spare parts ...................................................................136
10.5 Ordering spare parts via the Internet ....................................................................................136
10.6 Roller bearings......................................................................................................................136
10.7 Anti-condensation heating ....................................................................................................137
10.8 Parts groups definition ..........................................................................................................137
10.9 Ordering example .................................................................................................................138
10.10 Machine parts .......................................................................................................................139
10.10.1 Part lists ................................................................................................................................139
10.11 Standardized parts................................................................................................................141
10.12 Exploded drawings................................................................................................................142
10.12.1 1LA,1MA shaft heights 63 ... 90L, 1MB shaft heights 63 ... 71 ............................................142
10.12.2 1LA,1MA shaft heights 100 ... 160........................................................................................143
10.12.3 1LA5180 ... 225.....................................................................................................................144

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10.12.4 1MA6180 ... 200................................................................................................................... 145
10.12.5 Terminal boxes 1MA6180 ... 200 ......................................................................................... 146
10.12.6 1MB1 SH80 ... 160 aluminum .............................................................................................. 147
10.12.7 1MB1 shaft heights 71 ... 90 cast iron.................................................................................. 148
10.12.8 1MB1 shaft heights 100 ... 200 cast iron ............................................................................. 149
10.12.9 1MB1 shaft heights 225 ... 315 cast iron ............................................................................. 150
10.12.10 1MB5 shaft height. 315 cast iron ......................................................................................... 151
10.12.11 1MB5 terminal box shaft height 315 cast iron...................................................................... 152
10.12.12 1MB5 shaft height. 355 cast iron ......................................................................................... 153
10.12.13 1MB5 terminal box shaft height 355 cast iron...................................................................... 154
10.12.14 1LG4/6 SH180 ... 315 .......................................................................................................... 155
10.12.15 Terminal box gk330, gt320, gk430, gt420 ........................................................................... 156
10.12.16 Terminal box gk431, gt421, gt520, gt540 ............................................................................ 157
10.12.17 Terminal box 1LG4/6, 1MB1, gt620, gt640, gt791............................................................... 158
11 Disposal...............................................................................................................................................159
11.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 159
11.2 RoHS - restricting the use of certain hazardous substances............................................... 159
11.3 Country-specific legislation .................................................................................................. 159
11.4 Preparing for disassembly ................................................................................................... 160
11.5 Dismantling the machine...................................................................................................... 160
11.6 Disposal of components....................................................................................................... 160
A Service and support .............................................................................................................................163
A.1 Siemens Industry Online Support ........................................................................................ 163
A.2 Further documents............................................................................................................... 163
B Technical data .....................................................................................................................................165
B.1 Tightening torques ............................................................................................................... 165
B.1.1 Tightening torques for screw and bolt connections ............................................................. 165
B.1.2 Stud-type bushings .............................................................................................................. 166
B.1.3 Terminal boxes, end shields, grounding conductors, sheet metal fan covers..................... 166
B.1.3.1 Terminal board and grounding............................................................................................. 166
B.1.4 Additional connecting terminals for monitoring equipment and anti-condensation
heating ................................................................................................................................. 166
C Quality documents ...............................................................................................................................167
C.1 Quality documents SIMOTICS in SIOS ............................................................................... 167
Index ...................................................................................................................................................169

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Introduction
1
1.1
About these instructions
These instructions describe the machine and explain how to handle it, from initial delivery to
final disposal of the equipment. Keep these instructions for later use.
Read these operating instructions before you handle the machine and follow the instructions
to become familiar with its design and operating principles and thus ensure safe, problem-
free machine operation and long service life.
Please contact the service center (Page 163) if you have any suggestions on how to improve
this document.
Text format features
The warning notice system is explained on the rear of the inside front. Carefully comply with
all of the safety-relevant information in these instructions and attached to the product itself.
In addition, you will find the following text format features in these instructions:
1. Handling instructions are always formatted as a numbered list. Always perform the steps
in the order given.
●Lists are formatted as bulleted lists.
–Lists on the second level are hyphenated.
Note
The note provides you with additional information about the product itself, handling the
product
- and the relevant documentation.
1.2
Compiling personal documents
On the Internet pages in Industry Online Support you have the possibility of compiling
personal documents using the function Documentation
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/My/ww/en/documentation)
Using the "Documentation" function, from Product Support manuals, you can compile your
own "Documentation". However, you can also include other Product Support content such as
FAQs or characteristics in the documentation that you compile.
In the "Documentation" function, you have the option of creating your own compiled
documents in your own structure and managing them. You can delete or shift individual
chapters or topics. Further, using the note function you can import your own content. The
compiled "documentation" can be exported as PDF, for example.

Introduction
1.2 Compiling personal documents
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Using the "Documentation" function, you can efficiently compile your own plant or system
documentation. The "Documentation" compiled in a specific language can also be
automatically exported in one of the other available languages.
The full functionality is only available for registered users.

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Safety information
2
2.1
Information for those responsible for the plant or system
This electric machine has been designed and built in accordance with the specifications
contained in Directive 2014/35/EU ("Low-Voltage Directive") and is intended for use in
industrial plants. Please observe the country-specific regulations when using the electric
machine outside the European Community. Follow the local and industry-specific safety and
setup regulations.
The persons responsible for the plant must ensure the following:
●Planning and configuration work and all work carried out on and with the machine is only
to be done by qualified personnel.
●The operating instructions must always be available for all work.
●The technical data as well as the specifications relating to the permissible installation,
connection, ambient and operating conditions are taken into account at all times.
●The specific setup and safety regulations as well as regulations on the use of personal
protective equipment are observed.
Note
Use the services and support provided by the loca
l service center (Page 163) for
planning, installation, commissioning and service work.
You will find safety instructions in the individual sections of this document. Follow the safety
instructions for your own safety, to protect other people and to avoid damage to property.
Observe the following safety instructions for all activities on and with the machine.
Explosion Protection Directive
This machine has been designed, built and tested in accordance with Directive 2014/34/EU
("Explosion Protection Directive") and is intended for use in industrial plants with a potentially
explosive atmosphere. Commissioning the machine in hazardous zones is absolutely
prohibited until conformance with these guidelines has been proven based on the
appropriate certificate. If the machine is commissioned prior to determining the conformance,
then explosion protection is not ensured. An explosion can occur. This can result in death,
serious injury or material damage.
Please observe the country-specific regulations when using the machine outside the
European Community.

Safety information
2.2 The 5 safety rules
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2.2
The 5 safety rules
For your own personal safety and to prevent material damage when carrying out any work,
always observe the safety-relevant instructions and the following five safety rules according
to EN 50110-1 "Working in a voltage-free state". Apply the five safety rules in the sequence
stated before starting work.
5 safety rules
1. Disconnect the system.
Also disconnect the auxiliary circuits, for example, anti-condensation heating.
2. Secure against reconnection.
3. Verify absence of operating voltage.
4. Ground and short-circuit.
5. Provide protection against adjacent live parts.
To energize the system, apply the measures in reverse order.
2.3
Qualified personnel
All work at the machine must be carried out by qualified personnel only. For the purpose of
this documentation, qualified personnel is taken to mean people who fulfill the following
requirements:
●Through appropriate training and experience, they are able to recognize and avoid risks
and potential dangers in their particular field of activity.
●They have been instructed to carry out work on the machine by the appropriate person
responsible.
2.4
Safe handling
Workplace safety depends on the attentiveness, care, and common sense of the personnel
who install, operate, and maintain the machine. In addition to the safety measures cited, as a
matter of principle, the use of caution is necessary when you are near the machine. Always
pay attention to your safety.
Also observe the following to prevent accidents:
●General safety regulations applicable in the country where the machine is deployed.
●Manufacturer-specific and application-specific regulations
●Special agreements made with the operator
●Separate safety instructions supplied with the machine
●Safety symbols and instructions on the machine and its packaging

Safety information
2.4 Safe handling
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Danger as a result of stationary parts under voltage (live parts)
Live parts represent a hazard. Touch protection against active (live) parts is no longer
guaranteed if covers are removed. The minimum clearance and creepage distances may be
violated when coming close to live parts. Touching or coming close to them can result in
death, serious injury or material damage.
●Ensure that all live parts are suitably covered.
●Switch off and disconnect the machine first if you want to remove covers. Observe the "5
safety rules" (Page 12).
Risk of injury due to rotating parts
Rotating parts are dangerous. Touch protection against rotating parts is no longer
guaranteed if covers are removed. Touching rotating parts can result in death, serious injury
or material damage.
●Ensure that all rotating parts are reliably covered.
●Switch off and disconnect the machine first if you want to remove covers. Observe the "5
safety rules" (Page 12).
●Only remove covers when the rotating parts have come to a complete standstill.
Risk of burns due to hot surfaces
Individual machine parts can become hot in operation. Burns can result when coming into
contact with these parts.
●Never touch machine parts during operation.
●Allow the machine to cool before starting work on the machine.
●Check the temperature of parts before touching them. If required, wear suitable protective
equipment.
Health hazard due to chemical substances
Chemical substances required for the setup, operation and maintenance of machines can
present a health risk.
●Observe the product information provided by the manufacturer.
Flammable substances hazard
Chemical substances required for the setup, operation and maintenance of machines may
be flammable. These substances can ignite if handled incorrectly. They can cause burns and
property damage.
●Observe the product information provided by the manufacturer.
See also
Inspection and maintenance (Page 112)

Safety information
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Noise emissions
During operation, the machine's noise emission levels can exceed those permitted at the
workplace, which can cause hearing damage.
●Ensure that nobody is in the area of increased noise emissions during machine operation.
●Take steps to reduce noise so that the machine can be operated safely within your
system. The following measures may help to reduce noise.
–Covers
–Noise insulation
–Hearing protection measures
CAUTION
Hearing damage when operating three-phase motors
If the permissible sound pressure level is exceeded, hearing damage can occur when
operating three-phase motors at their rated power.
Observe the maximum permissible sound pressure level according to the ISO 1680
standard. The maximum permissible sound pressure level is 70 dB (A).
Interference to electronic devices caused by electrical power equipment
Electrical power equipment generate electric fields during operation. Potentially lethal
malfunctions can occur in medical implants, e.g. pacemakers, in the vicinity of electrical
power equipment. Data may be lost on magnetic or electronic data carriers.
●It is forbidden for people with pacemakers to enter the vicinity of the machine.
●Protect the personnel working in the plant by taking appropriate measures, such as
erecting identifying markings, safety barriers and warning signs and giving safety talks.
●Observe the nationally applicable health and safety regulations.
●Do not carry any magnetic or electronic data media.
2.5
Use in hazardous areas
Electrical systems in hazardous zones must be assembled, installed, and operated by the
applicable responsible persons in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.
Note
The basic requirements relating to electrical systems and their operation in hazardous areas
are described, for instance, in EU Directive 1999/92/EC as well as in IEC
/ EN 60079-14.

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Ignition hazards
The assessment of operating risks and local operating conditions and the necessary
monitoring methods must be clarified and made binding by the system operator in
consultation with the responsible supervisory authority. The required measures must be
adhered to at all times. The machine manufacturer cannot provide any generally applicable
recommendations. Please observe the information in these operating instructions.
Note
The basic requirements relating to the assessment of ignition hazards arising from electrical
equipment and thei
r operation in hazardous zones are specified in the 2014/34/EU and
1999/92/EC directives as well as in the IEC/EN
60079 series of standards.
If a third-party certification is available for the machine, then carefully comply with the
technical data defined in it and any special conditions.
The certificate must be available before commissioning.
2.6
Electrostatic sensitive devices
Material damage due to electrostatic discharge
Electronic modules contain components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge.
These components can be damaged or destroyed if they are not handled correctly. To
protect equipment against damage, follow the instructions given below.
●Only touch electronic modules if you absolutely have to work on them.
●The body of the person concerned must have been electrostatically discharged and
grounded immediately before any electronic modules are touched.
●Electronic modules should not be brought into contact with electrically insulating
materials, such as:
–Plastic film
–Plastic parts
–Insulating table supports
–Clothing made of synthetic fibers
●Always place electrostatic sensitive devices on conductive bases.
●Always pack, store and transport electronic modules or components in conductive
packaging, such as:
–Metallized plastic or metal containers
–Conductive foam material
–Domestic aluminum foil

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The necessary ESD protective measures for electrostatic sensitive devices are illustrated
once again in the following drawings:
a = conductive floor su
r-
face
b = ESD table
c = ESD shoes
d = ESD overall
e = ESD wristband
f = cabinet ground connection
Risk of explosion due to electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge poses a potential ignition source. Dangerous electrostatic charges
can occur, for example as a result of mechanical friction, flowing air that contains particles -
or persons that are not appropriately grounded, e.g. when carrying out maintenance or
cleaning work.
In an explosive atmosphere, there is a risk of an explosion. This can result in death, serious
injury or material damage.
●Avoid carrying out work specified above on non-metallic parts, e.g. foam rubber for noise
dampeners/attenuators.
●Please comply with ESD protective measures.
2.7
Electromagnetic compatibility
Electromagnetic compatibility
This machine is designed in accordance with IEC/EN 60034, and when used as prescribed it
satisfies the requirements of European Directive 2014/30/EU on Electromagnetic
Compatibility.
2.8
Interference immunity
By selecting suitable signal cables and evaluation units, ensure that the interference
immunity of the machine is not diminished.

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2.9
Influence on the line power supply through a strongly irregular
torque
A strongly irregular torque, for example with the drive of a reciprocating motor, forces a non-
sinusoidal motor current. The emerging harmonics can have an impermissible influence on
the line power supply via the connection lines.
2.10
Interference voltages when operating the converter
Interference voltages when operating the converter
When a converter is in operation, the emitted interference varies in strength depending on
the converter (manufacturer, type, interference suppression measures undertaken). On
machines with integrated sensors (e.g. PTC thermistors), interference voltages caused by
the converter may occur on the sensor lead. This can cause faults which can result in
eventual or immediate death, serious injury or material damage.
●Comply with the EMC information provided by the manufacturer of the converter. This is
how you prevent the limit values stipulated by IEC/EN 61000-6-3 for the drive system
(consisting of the machine and converter) from being exceeded.
●You must put appropriate EMC measures in place.
2.11
Special designs and construction versions
Note
Before carry out any work on the machine, determine the machine version.
If there are any
deviations or uncertainty, contact the manufacturer, specifying the type
designation and serial number (see the rating plate), or contact the
Service Center
(Page
163).
2.12
Special conditions for explosion-proof machines
Special conditions for the safe use of explosion-protected machines with
X
marking (excerpt
from EC or EU prototype test certificate, Point 17).
Zone 21
- DMT 01 ATEX E 014X
It is not permissible that the motors are operated with excessively thick deposits of dust.
When mounting motors with the free shaft extension facing upwards, foreign bodies must be
prevented from falling into ventilation openings by taking the appropriate measures.
For motors with permanently attached connecting cable. The free cable ends must be
connected corresponding to the valid installation regulations.

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If the three-phase motor is cooled using a external fan, then it must be carefully ensured that
the motor can only be operated with the cooling switched on.
When commissioning, it must be carefully ensured that when fed from a converter, no
inadmissibly high overvoltages occur at the motor terminals. The clearances and creepage
distances in the terminal box do not permit overvoltages as a result of converter operation
with a periodic peak value of more than:
- 1500 V for rated voltages ≤ 500 V.
The motor insulation system may mean that it is necessary to further limit periodically
occurring overvoltages.
Zone 1
- PTB 03 ATEX 3107X, PTB 02 ATEX 3060X, PTB 01 ATEX 3335X, PTB 01 ATEX
3336X, PTB 01 ATEX 3337X, PTB 04 ATEX 3041X
Special conditions relating to the installation:
If the non-terminated cable ends are connected to the external power circuit according to EN
60079-0, Paragraph 14.1 in the hazardous zone, then a terminal box with its own certification
and explosion protection marking must be selected according to the conditions that prevail at
the installation site.
Zone 1
- PTB 02 ATEX 3024X
It is only permissible that these types of motors are operated in conjunction with gas return
pumps at converters of the type specified above with the defined setting values. Further,
they must be monitored using the adapted equipment described in the data sheet. The
maximum cable length between the converter and motor is 4 m.
Zone 1
- PTB 03 ATEX 3053X, PTB 03 ATEX 3054X
It is only permissible that the motors are operated with a converter and filter of the types
specified in the data sheet with the setting values defined there. The motors must also be
monitored corresponding to what is specified in the data sheet.
Zone 2, 22 -
BVS 14 ATEX E 081 X, BVS 14 ATEX E 082 X
It is only permissible that the motor is fed from a voltage-source DC link converter with pulse
width modulation, maintaining the parameters listed in Section 15.3.
Before commissioning it must be carefully ensured that when fed from a converter, no
inadmissibly high overvoltages occur at the motor terminals. The clearances and creepage
distances in the terminal box do not permit overvoltages as a result of converter operation
with a periodic peak value of more than 1500 V for rated voltages ≤ 1000 V.
The motor insulation system may mean that it is necessary to further limit periodically
occurring overvoltages.