Mounting The Device; Installation Guidelines - Siemens SIMATIC IPC677D Operating Instructions Manual

3.2

Mounting the device

3.2.1

Installation guidelines

Requirements for a fire protection enclosure according to EN 60950-1 only for standard
mounting position
In the standard installation position and in the inclined position in horizontal format with
vertical inclination of max. ±20°, the device meets the requirements for fire protection
enclosures according to EN 60950-1 and can therefore be installed without an additional
fire protection covering. For information on the mounting positions, refer to section
"Permitted mounting positions (Page 28)".
NOTICE
Risk of fire
If you install the device in an unapproved mounting position or if you do not observe the
ambient conditions, the device can overheat.
Overheating can cause a fire. Proper functioning of the device is no longer guaranteed.
Before you install the device, note the following general installation information.
● Install the device only in one of the permitted mounting positions.
● Note the climatic and mechanical ambient conditions (Page 125).
● The device was designed for use in a normal industrial environment. The SIMATIC PC
cannot be operated in difficult operating environments which are subject to caustic vapors
or gases without taking additional protective measures (such as the provision of clean
air).
● For installation in control cabinets, note the SIMATIC setup guidelines as well as the
relevant DIN/VDE requirements or the country-specific regulations.
● The ventilation slots of the device may not be covered or obstructed.
● Equip the control cabinet with struts for stabilizing the mounting cut-out. Install struts
where necessary.
● The device with AC power supply meets the requirements for fire protection enclosures
according to EN 60950-1 and can therefore be installed without an additional fire
protection covering.
SIMATIC IPC677D
Operating Instructions, 09/2014, A5E32995420-AC
WARNING
Mounting and connecting the device
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