Safety instructions
2.2 Note on transport and storage
SIMATIC IPC677E
Operating Instructions, 04/2019, A5E45117996-AA
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2.2
Note on transport and storage
Damage caused by transportation and storage
NOTICE
Damage to the device during transport and storage
If a device is transported or stored without packaging, shocks, vibrations, pressure and
moisture may impact the unprotected unit. Damaged packaging indicates that ambient
conditions have already had a massive impact on the device and it may be damaged.
This may cause the device, machine or plant to malfunction.
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Keep the original packaging.
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Pack the device in the original packaging for transportation and storage.
WARNING
Electric shock and fire hazard due to damaged device
A damaged device can be under hazardous voltage and trigger a fire in the machine or
plant. A damaged device has unpredictable properties and states.
Death or serious injury could occur.
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Avoid installing and commissioning a damaged device.
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Label the damaged device and keep it locked away. Send off the device for immediate
repair.
Damage from condensation
NOTICE
Damage from condensation
If the device is subjected to low temperatures or extreme fluctuations in temperature during
transportation, moisture could occur on or inside the HMI device (condensation).
Moisture can cause a short-circuit in electrical circuits and damage the device.
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Store the device in a dry place.
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Bring the device to room temperature before starting it up.
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Do not expose the device to direct heat radiation from a heating device.
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If condensation develops, wait approximately 12 hours or until the device is completely
dry before switching it on.
