Proper Mounting; Installation (Except Level) - Siemens SITRANS P320 Compact Operating Instructions

4.1.2

Proper mounting

Incorrect mounting at Zone 0
Risk of explosion in hazardous areas.
• Ensure sufficient tightness at the process connection.
• Observe the standard IEC/EN 60079-14.
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.
• Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used.
• Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in Technical data (Page 63).
NOTICE
Use of line and cable entries made of plastic in hazardous areas
Device damage caused by impact at temperatures below -20 °C.
• Make sure that the line and cable entries are protected from impacts.
4.2

Installation (except level)

Before you mount the device
• Compare the operating data with the data on the nameplate of the pressure transmitter.
• Observe the minimum and maximum permissible ambient and medium temperature limits
also under the influence of convection and heat radiation.
• Note the effect of the ambient temperature on the measuring accuracy in the
section Technical data (Page 63).
• For remote seal mounting, observe the notes in the section "Mounting with remote seal" of
the operating instructions.
Mounting location
Verify that the mounting location meets the following conditions:
• Accessible
• Close to the measuring point
SITRANS P320/P420
Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD
WARNING
Installing/mounting
4.2 Installation (except level)
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