Important Information; Warning And Safety Instructions; Warranty - Exclusion Of Liability; Regulations - Directives - Helios RDD 200-Ex Série Notice De Montage Et D'utilisation

Installation and Operating Instructions
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INFORMATION
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ATTENTION
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Standard execution
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NOTE
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Special execution
RD..  and VD..  – Roof fans
1.0

Important information

To ensure safety and correct operation please read and observe the following instructions carefully before proceeding.
This document is part of the product and to be accessible and permanently stored as such. The operator is responsible
for compliance with all installation related safety.
1.1

Warning and safety instructions

Accompanying symbol is a safety-relevant prominent warning label. All safety regulations and/or symbols must
be absolutely adhered to, so that any danger situation is avoided!
1.2 Warranty – Exclusion of liability
All instructions of this documentation must be observed, otherwise all warranty claims are excluded. This also applies
to any liability claims extended to Helios. The use of accessories not offered or recommended by Helios is not permit-
ted. Potential damages are not liable for warranty.
Changes and modifications to the unit are not permitted and result in the loss of conformity, and any warranty or liability
is excluded in this case.
1.3 Regulations – Directives
If the product is installed correctly and used to its intended purpose, it conforms to all applicable EU standards
at its date of manufacture.
1.4

Shipping

The fan is packed ex works in such a way that it is protected against normal transport strain. Carry out the shipping
carefully. It is recommended to leave the unit until installation in the original packaging to avoid possible damages and
soiling. For transport or for assembly the fan must be gripped at the casing or hooked to the integrated crane hooks.
Use here suitable lifting apparatus and mounting devices. Declarations of weight please see type plate.
Do not transport the fan on connecting cables, terminal box or impeller.
Do not stand under suspended loads!
1.5

Receipt

Please check delivery immediately on receipt for accuracy and damage. If damaged, please notify carrier immediately.
In case of delayed notification, any possible claim may be void.
1.6

Storage

When storing for a prolonged time the following steps are to be taken to avoid damaging influences: Protection of
motor by dry, air- dustproof packing (plastic bags with drying agent and moisture indicators). The storage place must
be water proof, vibration-free and free of temperature variations. The storage temperature of -20 °C to +40 °C must
not be exceeded.
When storing for several months or non-rotation of motor an inspection of the bearing before start-up must take place.
Besides, check the noiseless, free run of the impeller.
When transhipping (especially over longer distances) check if the packing is adequate for method and manner of
transportation. Damages due to improper transportation, storage or putting into operation are not liable for warranty.
1.7

Explosion-proof standard execution

The Helios standard explosion-proof RD and VD roof fans comply with the EU Directive 2014/34/EU
(Equipment Safety Act):
The RD/VD.. Ex-types of size Ø 200, Ø 225, Ø 250 and Ø 630 are exclusively suitable for Zone 2.
Binding information for each fan types are shown on the type plate.
According to EU Directive 2014/34/EU ( Equipment Safety Act) minimum air gaps are required for the fans. The recom-
mended minimum air gaps are shown in Table 3.2.
Explosion-proof special executions:
RD/VD.. Ex-types in special executions may vary from the above information. Binding information are shown on the
type plate.
1.8

Area of application

– The explosion-proof roof fans RD/VD.. Ex are suitable for use in hazardous areas or in explosive atmosphere and in
the range of its performance curve, see Helios sales information / Internet.
– The definition of the zones is to be carried out by the operator and is incumbent upon his responsibility (Directive
99/92 EG, Industrial Safety Regulation, BetrSichV).
– For operation under difficult conditions, i.e. high humidity, longer period of standstill, high pollution, excessive wor-
king conditions through climatic, technical or electronic influences, further inquiry and operation release is necessary
as the standard execution might not be suitable.
– It is to be ensured that the predefined application according to standard is not exceeded. The permissible air flow-
and ambient temperature is -20 °C to +40 °C. Other temperatures are indicated on the type plate.
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