Mounting and connecting the HMI device
3.1 Preparation for mounting
Comfort Panels
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3.1.4 Checking clearances
The following clearances are required around the HMI device to ensure sufficient self-
ventilation:
● 15 mm to the right and 15 mm to the left of the mounting cutout (in the x direction) for
inserting the mounting clamps during installation
● At least 50 mm above and 50 mm below the mounting cutout (in the y direction) for
ventilation
● At least 10 mm behind the rear panel of the HMI device (in the z direction)
The following figure shows the clearances during the mounting of the HMI devices in
horizontal and vertical formats:
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① Clearance for mounting in horizontal format (all HMI devices)
② Clearance for mounting in vertical format (Touch HMI devices only)
x At least 15 mm distance
y At least 50 mm distance
z At least 10 mm distance
NOTICE
Ensure that the maximum ambient temperature is not exceeded when mounting the device
in a cabinet and especially in a closed enclosure.
