PMV Automation AB has notified FM Approvals of a potential safety concern involving their Series D3E Digital Valve Positioners shipped to customers in the US between January 1, 2010 and June 30, 2019.

Company Identity: PMV Automation AB

Address: Korta Gatan 9, S-171 54 Solna, Sweden

Contact Information: Customer Support
            Phone:  281-671-9209, Email: pmvxsupport@flowserve.com

Product Identity: Series D3E Digital Valve Positioners

Description: Digital Valve Positioner for Class I,  Division 1, Groups B, C and D hazardous (classified) locations 

FM Approval Status: FM Approved for Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D only

Hazard Involved: PMV Automation AB, Series D3E Digital Valve Positioners shipped to customers in the US between January 1, 2010 and June 30, 2019 were assembled with non-compliant flame arrestors.  As a result, these products do not comply with the requirements for Class I, Division 1, Group B installations.  The products do however comply with the requirements for Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D installations. The products were shipped with markings showing the product as Explosionproof suitable for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and D hazardous (classified) locations, and may present a property risk for users if installed in a Group B environment.
PMV Automation AB is reaching out to all users and is conducting an exchange program for affected product.  Please read the attached for a complete description of the potential hazard and any actions that must be taken by end users of these products.