Installing Units; Installation Precautions - Omron PROFINET NX-PNC202 User Manual

6 Installation
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Installing Units

This section describes how to mount Units to a Profinet IO Device Terminal.
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Installation Precautions

To increase the reliability of the Profinet IO Device Terminal and take complete advantage of its func-
tionality, observe the following precautions.
Installation Location
Do not install the Profinet IO Device Terminal in the following locations.
• Locations subject to ambient temperatures outside the range of 0 to 55°C
• Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in temperature
• Locations subject to a relative humidity outside the range of 10% to 95%
• Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases
• Locations subject to excessive dust, salt, and metal powder
• Locations subject to shock or vibration
• Locations subject to direct sunlight
• Locations subject to splashing of water, oils, or chemicals
Take appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing the Profinet IO Device Terminal in the
following locations.
• Locations subject to static electricity or other forms of noise
• Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields
• Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity
• Locations close to power lines
Installation in Cabinets or Control Panels
Consider the ambient temperature, accessibility for operation, accessibility for maintenance, noise
immunity, and installation orientation when you install the Profinet IO Device Terminal in a cabinet or
control panel.
 Temperature Control
The ambient operating temperature of the Profinet IO Device Terminal must be between 0 and 55°C.
When necessary, take the following steps to maintain the proper temperature.
• Provide enough space for good air flow.
• Do not install the Profinet IO Device Terminal directly above equipment that generates a large
amount of heat such as heaters, transformers, or high-capacity resistors.
• If the ambient temperature exceeds 55°C, install a cooling fan or air conditioner.
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