Installing/Mounting; Installation Location Requirements - Siemens SITRANS F Series Operating Instructions Manual

Installing/Mounting

This chapter describes how to install the wall mount enclosure transmitter.
Wall mount enclosure
The wall mount enclosure version can be mounted either on a wall, on a pipe, or in panels, see
Wall mount housing transmitter (Page 26).
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Installation location requirements

SITRANS F flowmeters with minimum IP67/NEMA 4X enclosure rating are suitable for indoor
and outdoor installations.
Process pressure and medium temperature
If applicable, make sure that specifications for rated process pressure (PS) and medium
temperature (TS) plus ambient temperature that are indicated on the device nameplate / label
will not be exceeded.
Aggressive atmospheres
Ensure that the device is suitable for the application and that it is installed where there is no risk
of penetration of aggressive vapors.
Direct sunlight
Prevent the device from overheating or materials becoming brittle due to UV exposure by
protecting it from direct sunlight. Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient
temperature is not exceeded. Refer to the information in Technical data (Page 123).
Equipment used in hazardous areas
Risk of explosion. May cause death or serious injury.
Special requirements apply to the location and installation of the device. See Installation in
hazardous areas (Page 19).
Fire Hazard
All user supplied cables connected to the transmitter must be suitable for 5°C above
surrounding ambient temperature.
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