Installation Of The Device - Siemens SIMATIC NET IE/WSN-PA Link Compact Operating Instructions

Notices for use in hazardous areas according to ATEX
WARNING
Suitable cables for temperatures in excess of 50 °C
If the equipment is operated in an air ambient in excess of 50 °C up to 60 °C, only use cables with admitted maximum
operating temperature of at least 85 °C.
Electrostatic sensitive devices
NOTICE
Keep to the measures for preventing electrostatic charges when installing the IE/WSN-PA Link. Keep to the ESD
guidelines if the housing is open.
(ESD - electrostatic sensitive devices)
External power supply
The IE/WSN-PA Link has terminals for the connection of an external power supply (24 VDC).
WARNING
Do not use any parts that show evidence of damage!
Notes on lightning protection
WARNING
Danger due to lightning strikes
Antennas installed outdoors must be within the area covered by a lightning protection system. Make sure that all
conducting systems entering from outdoors can be protected by a lightning protection potential equalization system.
When implementing your lightning protection concept, make sure you adhere to the VDE 0182 or IEC 62305 standard.
A suitable lightning conductor is available in the range of accessories of SIMATIC NET Industrial WLAN:
Lightning protector LP798-1N (order no. 6GK5 798-2LP00-2AA6)
NOTICE
Installing this lightning protector between an antenna and an IE/WSN-PA Link is not adequate protection against a lightning
strike. The LP798-1N lightening protector only works within the framework of a comprehensive lightning protection concept.
If you have questions, ask a qualified specialist company.
3.2 Installation
3.2.1

Installation of the device

Mast mounting
The ideal installation location of the IE/WSN-PA Link with an integrated antenna is on a mast approximately 1.5 m above the
top edge of an outside wall of the building.
A suitable 2 inch mounting pipe is required. Two 78 mm mast clamps ship with the device.
Mount the IE/WSN-PA Link as follows:
1. Place a mast clamp around the pipe and secure the Link to the clamp with its upper mounting holes.
2. Place a mast clamp around the pipe and secure the Link to the clamp with its lower mounting holes.
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