Proper Mounting - Siemens SITRANS P Series Operating Instructions Manual

CAUTION
Aggressive atmospheres
Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors.
● Ensure that the device is suitable for the application.
CAUTION
Direct sunlight
Increased measuring errors.
● Protect the device from direct sunlight.
Make sure that the maximum ambient temperature is not exceeded. Refer to the information in the section Technical
specifications (Page 35).

Proper mounting

CAUTION
Incorrect assembly
The device can be damaged or destroyed or its functionality impaired through incorrect assembly.
● Make sure before installing the device that there is no visible damage.
● Check that the process connections are clean and the right seals and cable glands have been used.
● Assemble the device using suitable tools, observing the torques specified in the technical specifications.
NOTICE
Loss of degree of protection
Damage to device if the enclosure is open or not properly closed. The degree of protection specified on the nameplate or in
"Technical data" (Page 35) is no longer guaranteed.
● Make sure that the device is securely closed.
See also
Connecting the device (Page 21)
Disassembly
WARNING
Incorrect disassembly
The following dangers may result through incorrect disassembly:
- Injury through electric shock
- Danger through emerging media when connected to the process
- Danger of explosion in hazardous area
In order to disassemble correctly, observe the following:
● Before starting work, make sure that you have switched off all physical variables such as pressure, temperature,
electricity etc. or that they have a harmless value.
● If the device contains dangerous media, it must be emptied prior to disassembly. Make sure that no environmentally
hazardous media are released.
● Secure the remaining connections so that no damage can result if the process is started unintentionally.
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SITRANS P, DS III series (7MF4.33.. 7MF4.34.. 7MF4.35..)
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