Installation Location Requirements - Siemens SITRANS F Series Compact Operating Instructions

Installing/mounting
3.1 Basic safety notes
Exceeded maximum permissible operating pressure
Risk of injury or poisoning.
The maximum permissible operating pressure depends on the device version, pressure limit
and temperature rating. The device can be damaged if the operating pressure is exceeded.
Hot, toxic and corrosive process media could be released.
Ensure that maximum permissible operating pressure of the device is not exceeded. Refer to
the information on the nameplate and/or in Technical data (Page 57).
Loss of explosion protection
Risk of explosion in hazardous areas if the device is open or not properly closed.
● Close the device as described in Installing/mounting (Page 21).
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

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 nameplate 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.
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Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2019, A5E39940293-AB
SITRANS FC430