Installation Location Requirements; Proper Mounting - Siemens SITRANS P500 HART Compact Operating Instructions

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.
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Observe the maximum permissible ambient temperature. Refer to the information in the section "Technical data
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(Page 27)".
CAUTION
Aggressive atmospheres
Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors.
Ensure that the device is suitable for the application.
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NOTICE
Direct sunlight
Increased measuring errors.
Protect the device from direct sunlight.
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Make sure that the maximum ambient temperature is not exceeded. Refer to the information in the section Technical data
(Page 27).
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.
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Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used.
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Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in Technical data (Page 27) for installation torque
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requirements.
CAUTION
Loss of degree of protection
Damage to device if the enclosure is open or not properly closed. The degree of protection specified on the nameplate or in
Chapter "Technical data (Page 27)" is no longer guaranteed.
Make sure that the device is securely closed.
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See also
Connecting the device (Page 16)
SITRANS P500 with HART
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