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title: Fixing removable covers and fasteners
description: All cover fixing bolts must be fitted and fastened down “ Spanner tight” at all times, wherever the equipment could possibly be energised, even during testing. Some manufacturer may give recommended torque settings, which should be followed.
url: "https://www.eicstech.com/kb/flameproof-ex-d/basics-on-removable-covers-and-fasteners/"
updated: "2022-06-01"
category: Explosion Proof Basics / Flameproof (Ex d)
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# Fixing removable covers and fasteners

All cover fixing bolts must be fitted and fastened down “ Spanner tight” at all times, wherever the equipment could possibly be energised, even during testing.

Some manufacturer may give recommended torque settings, which should be followed.