Mounting and connecting the device
3.3 Mounting the PRO device
SIMATIC IPC477D, IPC477D PRO
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Operating Instructions, 11/2016, A5E31347228-AF
3.3
Mounting the PRO device
3.3.1
Notes on mounting
WARNING
The device must be mounted securely.
Inadequately dimensioned fasteners may cause the device to fall down. Serious physical
injury may result.
Make sure that fasteners are adequately dimensioned during installation. Make sure to
consider the weight of the device and the forces acting on the device when dimensioning.
This applies in particular to dynamic load of the device. All fasteners including mounting
surfaces, support arm systems, and fastening elements such as screws must be able to
carry at least four times the weight of the device.
Observe any further statutory specifications applying at the location of use of the device
and further applicable regulations with regard to fastening the device.
Pay attention to the torque specifications in the following sections.
NOTICE
Degree of protection for overall device
If you are using a support arm system or a pedestal system that does not have IP65 degree
of protection or Enclosure Type 4X / 12 (indoor use only), IP65 degree of protection and
Enclosure Type 4X / 12 (indoor use only) are lost for the entire device. Spray and water jets
as well as penetrating substances can then damage the device.
Only use a support arm system or pedestal system that has IP65 degree of protection and
Enclosure Type 4X / 12 (indoor use only).