5
Mounting
5.1
Mounting instructions
•
Observe the technical data.
•
Protect the sensor from direct sunlight.
•
To prevent condensation, avoid exposing the device to rapid changes in tempera‐
ture.
•
The mounting site has to be designed for the weight of the device.
•
It should be mounted so that it is exposed to as little shock and vibration as possi‐
ble. Optional mounting accessories are available,
•
Make sure the entire field of view of the LMS5xx is not restricted,
.
•
Observe maximum torque of the fixing screws: M8 lateral = max. 16 Nm / M6 rear
= max. 12 Nm
•
Regularly check the tightness of the fixing screws.
•
For indoor mounting, use a protection hood if necessary, for outdoor installation
use a weather protection hood if necessary (both optional accessories),
.
•
Do not mount the device on or directly in front of a bright metallic surface or other
reflective surface, since reflections can falsify the measurements.
•
Avoid having shiny or reflective surfaces in the scanning range, e.g., stainless
steel, aluminum, glass, reflectors, or surfaces with these types of coatings.
•
Protect the device from moisture, contamination, and damage.
•
Make sure that the status indicator is clearly visible.
•
Do not subject the device to excessive shock or vibrations. In systems subjected to
heavy vibrations, secure the fixing screws with screw-locking devices.
5.2
Mounting the device
NOTE
Direct mounting:
•
There must be a sufficient distance between the housing and the support struc‐
ture to prevent heat accumulation.
•
It must be ensured that no moisture is permanently present on the sealing surfa‐
ces and that the housing can dry in a short time.
•
In order to prevent bimetallic corrosion, appropriate mounting materials must be
used or there must be sufficient distance between the housing (die cast alumi‐
num) and the support structure.
1.
Mount the device directly or in a suitably prepared bracket using the fixing holes
provided (
see "Dimensional drawings", page 90
). Mounting brackets are available
as optional accessories,
.
2.
Make the electrical connection,
see "Electrical installation", page 52
.
3.
Align the vertical center line of the field of view of the device with the center of the
area to be monitored.
4.
Switch on the supply voltage.
✓
The
ON
LED lights up after initialization.
5.
The device is ready for use. Perform a fine adjustment using a test target and, if
necessary, use the alignment aid,
.
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MOUNTING
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