Note
Material compatibility
Siemens can provide you with support concerning selection of sensor components wetted by
process media. However, you are responsible for the selection of components. Siemens accepts
no liability for faults or failures resulting from incompatible materials.
CAUTION
Hot surfaces resulting from hot process media
Risk of burns resulting from surface temperatures above 65 °C (149 °F).
• Take appropriate protective measures, for example contact protection.
• Make sure that protective measures do not cause the maximum permissible ambient
temperature to be exceeded. Refer to the information in Technical specifications (Page 69).
NOTICE
Condensation in the device
Damage to device through formation of condensation if the temperature difference between
transportation or storage and the mounting location exceeds 20 °C (36 °F).
• Before taking the device into operation, let the device adapt for several hours in the new
environment.
5.2.1.1
Installation location requirements
NOTICE
Aggressive atmospheres
Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors.
• Ensure that the device is suitable for the application.
NOTICE
Direct sunlight
Damage to device.
The device can overheat or materials become brittle due to UV exposure.
• Protect the device from direct sunlight.
• Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient temperature is not exceeded. Refer to
the information in Technical specifications (Page 69).
Installing/mounting
5.2 Installation instructions SITRANS MS200
Smart Condition Monitoring with IIoT Sensors
Operating Instructions, 08/2021, A5E50573389-AA
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