Common Ex Faults

Highlights importance of Ex Integrity of equipment & weather seals

Prevents potential explosive gases entering the equipment via cable entry.

Caused by moisture exposure due to damaged gasket / weather seal.

Ex Certification of equipment compromised due to uncertified terminal block installed.

Gland requires replacing as gas seal & correct gland are an integral part of forming Ex-Integrity of equipment.

Installation of JB not conforming to Inspection schedule IEC 60079-17.

Forms part of the earth integrity of equipment & also protects cable.

Equipment requires Isolating until JB replaced causing major effects to the Pa System on Platform.

Caused by loose electrical connections.