General Notes - Siemens SIMATIC Panel PC 677 Operating Instructions Manual

Safety Information

1.2 General Notes

1.2 General Notes
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Overview
Caution
The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only. The guarantee is void if this
stipulation is ignored.
Avoid extreme environmental operating conditions. Protect your device against dust,
moisture and heat. For additional information, refer to the specifications.
Do not place the device in direct sunlight.
Transport
Unpack the device at the its installation location. Transport the device only in the original
packaging. Do not transport the device when it is mounted.
Notice
Adhere to these stipulations each time the device is transported, otherwise the guarantee is
void.
Caution
Condensation
When transporting the device in low temperatures, ensure that no moisture gets on or in the
device. This also applies if the device is subjected to extreme changes in temperature.
Commissioning
Allow the device to slowly adjust to room temperature before commissioning the device. Do
no place the device near heat radiation. If moisture condensation occurs, wait at least about
12 hours before you switch on the device.
Vibration
CD/DVD drives are sensitive to vibration. Prohibited vibration during operation may result in
loss of data or damage to the drive or data medium.
Before transporting the device, wait at least 20 seconds to allow the drive to stop completely.
Software Tools & Downloads
Please check regularly if updates and hotfixes are available for download to your device.
Downloads are available on the Internet at "http://www2.automation.siemens.com/hmi" under
"Support". Click on "Software Tools & Downloads" on "Overview Panel PCs" Using the
global search function, you can search for any downloads you require.
Chemical resistance
Caution
Adhere to the notes regarding chemical resistance. Please refer to the "Software Tools &
Downloads" Internet site for more information. Enter "Chemical resistance" as the search
item. The available articles are displayed.
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SIMATIC PC Panel PC 677/877, Control Unit
Operating Instructions, Edition 04/2005, A5E00407724-01