NOTE
b
Mount t
he device so that it is protected from moisture, dirt, and damage.
b
Mount the sensor so that the status indicators can be clearly seen.
b
Always mount the device so that there is still enough space for mounting and dis‐
mantling the system connector.
b
Avoid exposing the device to excessive shock and vibration.
b
For systems that vibrate heavily, use shock absorbers to prevent the possibility of
fixing screws unintentionally coming loose.
b
Regularly check the tightness of the fixing screws.
b
Observe the maximum permissible tightening torque of 5.9 Nm for the M5 fixing
screws on the device.
Further topics
•
"Dimensional drawings", page 135
•
"Brackets", page 138
5.2.1 Direct mounting
The device has two M5 × 8 threaded holes on the rear. They can be used to mount the
de
vice directly on the intended mounting surface. To avoid a possible tendency to
vibrate, the reference surface located on the rear can be used as a third support point
if necessary 1.
Figure 48: Direct mounting
NOTE
W
hen mounting the device, observe the dimensional drawings.
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