ETAS ES5100.1, User Manual

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ES5100.1 Desktop Housing - User’s Guide 24
Configuration and Operation ETAS
3.1.2 Set-up Requirements
The following important requirements must always be adhered to when setting
up and operating the ES5100.1 Desktop Housing to ensure efficient heat
exchange with the environment and avoid heat accumulating:
• Place the ES5100.1 on a smooth, flat surface.
• Do not stand the ES5100.1 on its long sides.
• Do not stand the ES5100.1 on the top of the housing.
• Do not place any objects on the top of the housing.
• Keep the ES5100.1 away from heat sources and make sure the module is
not standing in direct sunlight.
• Make sure you always adhere to the minimum free space around the
housing of 15 cm to the top, back and sides (see Fig. 3-1).
• Do not operate the ES5100.1 in any containers that are completely closed.
Fig. 3-1 Space around the ES5100.1 Desktop Housing
Connection Cables
Only use permitted cables when creating wiring harnesses (e.g. for connecting
the ECU and the ES5340.2).
CAUTION!
Heat accumulation possible in the housing!
The electronics can be damaged due to overheating.
Do not cover ventilation slits when setting up, assembling or connect-
ing the ES5100.1 Desktop Housing.
Adhere to the required free space above the housing and to the sides.
Note
The cables used must in particular be suitable for arising currents, voltages and
temperatures and must also be flame-retardant in accordance with one of the
following standards IEC60332-1-2, IEC60332-2-2, UL2556/UL1581VW-1!