Safe Use Instructions – Emerson FloBoss 104 Flow Manager
Part D301733X012
February 2018
Remote Automation Solutions
Emerson FloBoss™ 104 Flow Manager
Figure 1. FloBoss 104 Flow Manager Nameplate
(ATEX Version shown)
Use this safe use instructions (SUI) document with the
FloBoss 103 and FloBoss 104 Flow Manager Instruction
Manual (part D301153X012). For full cautions and
descriptions of installation and troubleshooting
procedures, refer to this manual. If you require training for
this product, contact your local sales office.
The FloBoss 103 Flow Manager with ATEX or IECEx
flameproof approvals may be ordered with optional EIA-
232 (RS-232) communications, dial-up modem
communications, or Pulse Interface module (PIM).
FloBoss 104 special conditions for Safe Use
▪ Operating Ambient Temperature: 40°C to +75°C.
▪ Ensure that the thermal fluid transfer does not
overheat the equipment to a temperature
corresponding to the spontaneous combustion
temperature of surrounding gas.
Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Remote Automation Solutions declares that the
FloBoss 103 products are in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of European
Directives 2004/108/EC (EMC), 94/9/EC (ATEX), and
97/23/EC (PED).
DANGER
When installing units in a hazardous area, make sure
all installation components selected are labeled for use
in such areas. Installation and maintenance must be
performed only when the area is known to be non-
hazardous. Installation or maintenance in a hazardous
area could result in personal injury or property
damage.
Always turn off the power to the FloBoss before you
attempt any type of wiring. Wiring powered
equipment could result in personal injury or property
damage.
To avoid circuit damage when working inside the unit,
use appropriate electrostatic discharge precautions,
such as wearing a grounded wrist strap.
Do not open covers unless area is known to be non-
hazardous.
Connecting the FloBoss 104 to a continuous high
wattage power source without removing the battery
charger module may result in battery overcharging
and failure. See Section 3.5.1, Overcharging Potential
in the FloBoss 103 and 104 Flow Manager Instruction
Manual (part D301153X012).