Shipping And Storage Conditions For Modules And Backup Batteries - Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 Manual

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Shipping and storage conditions for modules and backup batteries

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Introduction
The shipping and storage conditions of S7-300 modules surpass requirements to IEC 61131-
2. The data below apply to modules shipped or put on shelf in their original packing.
The modules are compliant with climatic conditions to IEC 60721-3-3, Class 3K7 (storage),
and with IEC 60721-3-2, Class 2K4 (shipping.)
Mechanical conditions are compliant with IEC 60721-3-2, Class 2M2.
Shipping and storage conditions for modules
Type of condition
Free fall (in shipping package)
Temperature
Barometric pressure
Relative humidity
Sinusoidal oscillation to
IEC 60068-2-6
Shock to IEC 60068-2-29
Shipment of backup batteries
Backup batteries should always be shipped in their original package. Note the regulations
governing the transport of hazardous goods. The backup battery has a lithium content of
approx. 0.25 g.
Storing backup batteries
Always store backup batteries in a cool and dry place. The batteries have a maximum shelf
life of 5 years.
Warning
Improper handling of backup batteries can result in injury and damage to property.
Improperly handled backup batteries may explode or cause severe burns.
Observe the following rules when handling the backup batteries of your S7-300 automation
system:
• Never charge the batteries
• Never heat the batteries
• Never throw the batteries in an open fire
• Never damage the batteries mechanically (drill, squeeze, etc.)
S7-300 Automation System Module data
Manual, 08/2006, A5E00105505-04
1.3 Shipping and storage conditions for modules and backup batteries
Permissible range
≤ 1 m
- 40 °C to + 70 °C
1080 hPa to 660 hPa (corresponds with an altitude
of -1000 m to 3500 m)
10% to 95%, no condensation
5 Hz to 9 Hz: 3.5 mm
9 Hz to 150 Hz: 9.8 m/s
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250 m/s , 6 ms, 1000 shocks
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General technical data
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