Siemens SITRANS P DS III - Installation Location and Proper Mounting

Installing / mounting
4.1 Basic safety instructions
SITRANS P DS III with PROFIBUS PA
Operating Instructions, 06/2013, A5E00053276-07
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4.1.1
Installation location requirements
WARNING
Insufficient air supply
The device may overheat if there is an insufficient supply of air.
• Install the device so that there is sufficient air supply in the room.
• Observe the maximum permissible ambient temperature. Refer to the information in the
section "Technical data (Page 191)".
CAUTION
Aggressive atmospheres
Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors.
• Ensure that the device is suitable for the application.
NOTICE
Direct sunlight
Increased measuring errors.
• Protect the device from direct sunlight.
Make sure that the maximum ambient temperature is not exceeded. Refer to the
information in the section Technical data (Page 191).
4.1.2
Proper mounting
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 Chapter "Technical
data (Page 191)", for example installation torques requirements.