Installing and connecting the device
3.2 Mounting the device
SIMATIC IPC1047
Operating Instructions, 09/2018, A5E45118479-AA
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Install the device only in one of the described permitted mounting positions.
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Provide adequate volume in the switchgear cabinet for air circulation and heat transport.
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Do not cover the ventilation slots of the device. There must be distance of at least 5 cm at
the back of the device, depending on wiring.
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Ensure that the maximum air intake temperature directly in front of the air intake opening
does not exceed the permitted temperature according to the technical specifications of
the device. The maximum air intake temperature must be accounted for especially when
sizing closed switchgear cabinets.
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Install the device in such a way that it does not pose a danger, for example, by falling
over.
Note
For more details, consult the "Technical Data" in the "Ambient conditions" chapter.
3.2.2
Mounting instructions
Mounting methods
You can mount the device as follows:
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Mounting with cabinet brackets
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Mounting on device bases
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Mounting on telescopic rails
When telescopic rails are used for mounting, the device can be withdrawn fully from the
cabinet or rack. You will find detailed information about the telescopic rails in sections
Dimension drawing for telescope rails (Page 106) and Technical specifications
(Page 107).
CAUTION
Risk of physical injury
The device is too heavy to be mounted exclusively with the 19 inch brackets of the front
panel. The device may fall down, injure people and get damaged.
Secure the device using additional measures. The mounting screws of the telescopic
rails may not protrude more than 5 mm into the device.
