Installation Location Requirements; Proper Mounting - Siemens SITRANS P DS III Manual

CAUTION
Hot surfaces resulting from hot process media
Danger of burns resulting from surface temperatures above 70 °C (155 °F).
● Take appropriate protective measures, for example contact protection.
● Make sure that protective measures do not cause the maximum permissible ambient temperature to be exceeded.
Refer to the information in Chapter "Technical specifications (Page 35)".
CAUTION
External stresses and loads
Damage to device by severe external stresses and loads (e.g. thermal expansion or pipe tension). Process media can be
released.
● Prevent severe external stresses and loads from acting on the device.
3.1.1

Installation location requirements

WARNING
Insufficient air supply
The device may overheat if there is an insufficient supply of air.
● Install the device so that there is sufficient air supply in the room.
● Observe the maximum permissible ambient temperature. Refer to the information in the section "Technical
specifications (Page 35)".
CAUTION
Aggressive atmospheres
Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors.
● Ensure that the device is suitable for the application.
NOTICE
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).
3.1.2

Proper mounting

NOTICE
Incorrect mounting
The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper mounting.
● Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device.
● Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used.
● Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in Chapter "Technical specifications (Page 35)", for
example installation torques requirements.
SITRANS P DS III (7MF4.33.. 7MF4.34.. 7MF4.35..)
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