Installation; Notes On Installation; Delivery - Siemens SIMATIC CN 4100 Equipment Manual

Installation

5.1

Notes on installation

You can mount the SIMATIC CN 4100 communication system in horizontal or vertical installation
position. The preferred mounting position is horizontal mounting on a vertical wall.
Mechanical and climatic environmental conditions (Page 28)
There is information on the tightening torque for fastening components using screws.
Rules for fastening (Page 30)
There is a maximum mounting length when installing the system.
Maximum mechanical length (Page 67)
Note that there must be enough space for mounting and heat dissipation of the modules.
If you need to protect SIMATIC CN 4100 from access, install the system in a control cabinet.
Minimum clearances in the control cabinet (Page 23)
Rack
The specific CN 4100 rack is the mounting platform for the SIMATIC CN 4100 communication
system.
The rack must be conductively connected to protective grounding when the system is in
operation. Also note the supplementary information on electromagnetic compatibility.
• Electromagnetic compatibility (Page 60)
• Notes on protective grounding (Page 25)
5.2

Delivery

The delivery for the SIMATIC CN 4100 communication system includes the following
components:
• The component itself
• Product information
Observe the following when unpacking the components:
• Keep the documentation included in the package in a safe place. It is required for initial
commissioning and is part of the device.
• Check the packaging and contents for visible transport damage.
• Check the delivery for completeness. Inform your local Siemens contact in case of
discrepancies or transport damage.
CN 4100 Communication System
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