Installation And Removal; Safety Notices For Installation - Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE W786 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Installation and removal

5.1

Safety notices for installation

Safety notices
When installing the device, keep to the safety notices listed below.
NOTICE
Improper mounting
Improper mounting may damage the device or impair its operation.
• Before mounting the device, always ensure that there is no visible damage to the device.
• Mount the device using suitable tools. Observe the information in the respective section
Improper disassembly
Improper disassembly may result in a risk of explosion in hazardous areas.
For proper disassembly, observe the following:
• Before starting work, ensure that the electricity is switched off.
• Secure remaining connections so that no damage can occur as a result of disassembly if the
Danger of injury by falling objects
If the SCALANCE W7x8 is subjected to strong vibration (> 10 g), mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail
does not provide adequate support. Under such conditions, the device can come out of the
mounting and may cause injury.
In this case, install the device on an S7-300 standard rail or on a wall.
Minimum distance to antennas
Fit the device so that there is a minimum clearance of 20 cm between antennas and persons.
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about mounting.
WARNING
system is accidentally started up.
CAUTION
CAUTION
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