Installing and connecting the device
3.2 Mounting the device
SIMATIC IPC347G
Operating Instructions, 10/2020, A5E50059993-AA
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3.2
Mounting the device
3.2.1
Mounting types
Note
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacture, the protection
provided by the equipment might be impaired.
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The device is approved for indoor operation only.
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When the device is used in the area of Industrial Control Equipment in accordance with
UL61010-2-201, the device is classified as "Open equipment".
Open equipment must be installed within an enclosure which protects you from hazards,
including mechanical hazards, electrical shock and spread of fire.
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Install the device only in one of the described permitted mounting positions.
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For installation of control cabinet, observe the country-specific regulations.
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Provide adequate volume in the switchgear cabinet for air circulation and heat transport.
Keep at least 10 cm between the device and the switchgear cabinet.
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Do not cover the vent slots of the device.
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Ensure that the maximum air intake temperature, measured 5 cm before the air intake
opening, does not exceed 40° C. The maximum air intake temperature must be accounted
for especially when sizing closed switchgear cabinets.
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The minimum distance between the device and the housing is 10 cm on the air output
end.
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Ensure that the installed device does not pose a danger, for example, hit someone by
falling over.
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All the external circuit of the device must be SELV circuit.