Warnings And Precautions; Operating Environment - Mettler Toledo ACM500 Guia De Instalacion

1.2.

Warnings and Precautions

Please read these instructions carefully before putting the new ACM500 module into operation.
Although the ACM500 communication module is ruggedly constructed, it is nevertheless a precision
instrument. Use care in handling and installing it.
1.3.

Operating Environment

When selecting a location:
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1.3.1.1. Temperature and Humidity
The ACM500 can be operated at temperatures and relative humidity conditions as listed under
Operating Environment in Table 1-1. The module can be stored at temperatures ranging from –20°
to 60° C (–4° to 140° F) at 10 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
1.3.1.2. Environmental Protection
The stainless steel enclosure is certified as IP66 and TYPE 4 and is designed to provide washdown
and dust-tight protection.
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DO NOT INSTALL OR PERFORM ANY SERVICE ON THIS EQUIPMENT BEFORE THE AREA IN WHICH
THE IND560x IS LOCATED HAS BEEN SECURED AS NON-HAZARDOUS BY PERSONNEL
AUTHORIZED TO DO SO BY THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON AT THE CUSTOMER'S SITE.
ONLY THE COMPONENTS SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL CAN BE USED IN THIS DEVICE. ALL
EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DETAILED IN THIS MANUAL. INCORRECT OR SUBSTITUTE COMPONENTS AND/OR DEVIATION
FROM THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN IMPAIR THE INSTRINSIC SAFETY OF THE TERMINAL AND
COULD RESULT IN BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
THE ACM500 COMMUNICATION MODULE IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE IN, AND MUST BE LOCATED
IN, A SAFE AREA. ONLY THE FIBER OPTIC OR LOW POWER CURRENT LOOP SERIAL INTERFACE
CAN CONNECT INTO THE HAZARDOUS AREA WITHOUT ADDITIONAL BARRIERS OR OTHER
PROTECTION.
Only use the ACM500 indoors
Do not use the ACM500 at altitudes greater than 2,000 m. / 6,500 ft.
Choose a stable, vibration-free surface to mount the module
Ensure there are no excessive fluctuations in temperature
Be certain the cable glands and blanks are properly sealed to maintain the integrity of the
enclosure.
WARNING
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