Electrical & WPS Style Conduit and Connection
Parts
Page 17Set-Up & Operating Procedures
Class II Set-up and Operation
Page 18Trouble - Shooting Procedures
Trouble-shooting Chart
Page 19Warranty and Liability Statement
Warranty Notes, General Terms, Limitations
Page 20Systems Identification & Application
Information
Purpose
Pepperl+Fuchs' Bebco EPS System’s purpose is to allow
the use of general purpose or nonrated electrical or
electronic devices, with exception to devices which
produce excessive heat, utilize combustible gas, or
expose arcing contacts to the hazardous atmosphere,
in Type 4 or 12 enclosures in the place of explosion
proof Type 7 or 9 enclosures. Other purposes include
heat, moisture and dust contamination prevention.
Description
Model 1001B is an enclosure pressurization system that
operates on a supply of compressed instrument air or inert
gas. It regulates and monitors pressure within sealed
(protected) enclosures to prevent combustible dust
accumulation. In Class II areas, the system maintains a
“safe” (1.0") pressure. This process reduces the hazardous
(classified) area rating within the enclosure(s), in
accordance with the NEC - NFPA 70, Article 500, NFPA 496
and ISA 12.4
Important Notes
One (1) permanent file copy and one (1) operations copy of
this Manual must be studied and retained by the operator of
this System. User’s Agents are responsible for transferring
this Manual to the user, prior to start-up.
The contents of this manual have been arranged to allow the
use of this product as a stand-alone device on equipment and
enclosures supplied by the user or its agents. The Manual’s
parameters encompass a combination of both National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) requirements and
Pepperl+Fuchs requirements. Pepperl+Fuchs therefore
acknowledges the use of NFPA 496 as a guideline, that we
have enhanced certain NFPA requirements and that additional
information has been compiled to complete this document.
The Manual is intended as a complete guide and must be
considered, unless specifically stated otherwise, that all
directives contained herein are Pepperl+Fuchs requirements
for safe, practical and efficient use of this product.
This System is not intended for use to protect enclosures or
devices which contain ignitable concentrations of gases or
vapors. This exclusion generally applies to process or
product analyzing systems equipment.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
This Enclosure Protection System is offered in various styles. For proper installation and operation, examine the System
Model Number Nameplate to identify the System Style, Area Classification, and Type, as noted below.
SYSTEM STYLE
SYSTEM CLASS RATING
Defines Class rating for Protection
System’s method of use
CII - Class II Pressurization system
SERIES
MODEL NUMBER
Systems are available in two styles, with
or without an explosion proof differential
pressure switch, used to detect loss of
“safe” enclosure pressure
LPS - Less Pressure Switch
WPS - With Pressure Switch
MAXIMUM
TOTAL
ENCLOSURE
VOLUME
Defines total
protected
enclosure(s)
volume capacity for
this particular
system. Total
enclosure(s)
volume must be
calculated without
regard for
consumed volume
To assist you through the installation and operation of your pressurization / purge system, Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc. has
provided the following information boxes throughout this manual. This information is intended to clarify certain
differences between the model styles and configurations and to warn the user / installer of potential dangers of electrical
shock or enclosure over pressurization.
Model 1001B-LPS-CII Type Y or Z
50 CUBIC FEET MAXIMUM ENCLOSURE VOLUME
REDUCES INTERNAL AREA CLASSIFICATION AS FOLLOWS:
TYPE Y: CL. II, DIV. 1, GR. F & G TO CL. II, DIV. 2
TYPE Z: CL. II, DIV. 2, GR. F & G TO NONHAZARDOUS
PURGE CONTROL FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTIONASSOCIATION STANDARD FOR PURGED AND PRESSURIZED ENCLOSURES FOR ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT NFPA 496-2003 7L93
APPROVED BY FACTORY MUTUAL AS ASSOCIATED TYPE Y & Z PRESSURIZATION CONTROL
EQUIPMENT FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS. REDUCES THE INTERNAL AREA
OF A CONNECTED ENCLOSURE IN ACCORDANCE WITH DRAWING NUMBER 129-0201.
Please call and reference the above part number for
current spare parts pricing. Immediate pricing is available
to all confirmed customers.
513242 (001082)
Installation Tools & Testing Equipment
1/2" chuck drill
Complete set of drill bits
1.25" conduit knockout punch or 1.75" hole saw
Complete set of tubing, conduit bending, instrument fitting
and electrical craftsman hand tools
0 - 250 scfh flowmeter (connected upstream of the Protection
System to determine air consumption and flow during set-up
procedure)
Maintenance Procedures
Regular Maintenance Procedure
Drain the Protection System Filter frequently (if equipped
with a Model ILFK In-Line Filter Kit) and clean System with
non-solvent cleaning agents only, such as soap and water.
Long Term Maintenance Procedures
Calibrate the enclosure pressure indicator to 0 inches by
venting the purge pressure reference port and the protected
enclosure to atmosphere and adjusting the calibration screw
in the lower center portion of the indicator’s face.
If vent is utilized, fully open the enclosure pressure control
regulator, to blow out any deposits around the tip of the
regulator and to ensure that the enclosure protection vent is
operating properly, then carefully readjust system according
to the set-up and operating procedures on page 17. Replace
or tighten stem packing nut as required to prohibit stem
packing leakage.
Carefully disassemble the enclosure protection vent by
loosening the two bottom hex nuts that hold the unit together.
(DO NOT REMOVE CAP NUTS ON TOP OF VENT BODY)
Carefully clean the flapper valve and vent body seats with
warm soap and water, being careful not to extend the vent
valve beyond its normal opening point, and being careful not
to exert any stress on the valve hinge.
Examine the entire Protection System and the protected
enclosure(s), and replace any defective parts during routine
shutdown of the protected enclosure(s). Parts are available
from Pepperl+Fuchs on immediate notice as required.
Enclosure & Device Design
ISC * 877-602-0010 * www.iscenclosurecooling.com
Enclosure Design Requirements
1. All windows must be shatterproof and sized as small as
possible.
2. All NFPA 496 required markings must be placed on or
near all enclosure doors and covers.
3. The enclosure must withstand an internal pressure of ten
(10) inches of water without sustaining permanent
deformation and resist all corrosive elements in the
surrounding atmosphere.
4. All lightweight objects in the enclosure, such as paper or
insulation, must be firmly secured.
5. The enclosure should be constructed from materials
such as metal or anti-static polycarbonate to meet or
exceed Type 4 or 12 performance requirements, but
does not require third party approval.
6. The installation of obstructions or other barriers which
block or impede the flow of protective gas must be
avoided.
7. The creation of air pockets or other areas which trap
flammable gases within the enclosure or devices must
be avoided.
8. The enclosure should be located in an area where
impact hazards are minimal.
9. If the enclosure is nonmetallic and contains equipment
which utilizes or switches power loads greater than 2500
VA, it must be constructed from substantially
noncombustible materials, such as materials designed
to meet or exceed ANSI/UL94 ratings of 94 V-0 or 94 5V.
Total Volume Calculation
1. The total volume of all pressurized enclosures, devices
and wireways must be considered.
2. All enclosure, device and wireway volumes must be
calculated without consideration of internally consumed
space.
Device Ventilation
1. Enclosed devices within the protected enclosure which
do not exceed 1.22 cubic inches of free volume do not
require ventilation to the protected enclosure.
2. If the free volume of an internal device exceeds 1.22
cubic inches it must be protected by one of the following
means:
a)ventilated on the top and bottom sides with one (1)
square inch of opening for each four hundred (400)
cubic inches of volume within the internal protected
enclosure, at a minimum diameter of one (1) quarter
inch;
b) purged in series with the protected enclosure or be
purged separately; or
c)protected by other means; e.g. explosion proof
enclosures, hermetically sealed devices or intrinsic
safe circuits.
Temperature Limitations
1. The enclosure must have no surface area which exceeds
80 percent of the flammable or ignitable substance’s
auto-ignition temperature.
Adjacent Enclosures
1. Adjacent enclosures must be protected by one of the
following means:
a)purged or pressurized in series with the protected
enclosure;
b) purged or pressurized separately; or
c)protected by other means; e.g. explosion proof
enclosures, hermetically sealed devices or intrinsic
safe circuits.
2. Adjacent purged or pressurized enclosures must be
designed to meet all construction requirements above.
2. Internal devices which exceed this temperature must be
protected by one of the following manners.
a)The device is enclosed in a chamber that is cUL or
FM listed as a hermetically sealed device which
prohibits the entrance of flammable or ignitable
substance, and maintains a surface temperature
below temperature limits.
b) It can be proven by testing that the devices will not
ignite the substance involved.
c)The device is purged in a separate enclosure that
bears an ETW (Enclosure Temperature Warning
Nameplate). Devices may only be accessed after
power has been removed and the device has been
allowed to cool to safe temperature, or the area is
positively known to be nonhazardous.