Siemens SIMATIC IPC477E PRO Operating Instructions Manual page 43

1. Loosen the indicated M4x16 screws.
2. Carefully lift up the terminal compartment cover and set it aside.
The assignment of the interfaces is shown on the inside of the terminal compartment
cover.
Figure 4-1
3. Run the connecting cables through the support arm or pedestal ① into the PRO device and
connect them to the interfaces on the inside.
Closing the terminal compartment cover
1. Check that the seal is properly seated on the terminal compartment cover.
Note
IP65 degree of protection at risk
If the seal on the terminal compartment cover is damaged, IP65 degree of protection is at
risk. The device must be repaired. Proceed as described in the section Repair information
(Page 77).
2. Place the terminal compartment cover on the backplane cover. Make sure that no cables are
crimped.
Secure the terminal compartment cover from falling down.
Note
Do not exceed the permissible torque
If you tighten up the M4x16 screws with a torque of > 1.5 Nm, you may damage the
threading in the enclosure.
3. Tighten the M4x16 screws of the terminal compartment cover using a maximum torque of
1.5 Nm.
SIMATIC IPC477E PRO
Operating Instructions, 08/2024, A5E39912462-AF
NOTICE
Damaging the seal when opening
If the device has not been opened for a long time, the backplane cover and terminal
compartment cover may stick to the enclosure due to the seal. Opening the device with
excessive force or with tools will destroy the seal. Spray and water jets as well as
penetrating substances can then damage the device.
Open the terminal compartment cover gently, without too much pressure.
Terminal compartment cover - Interface designation
Mounting and connecting the device
4.4 Connecting the device
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