User manualPOLARIS Panel PC 19.1'' and Panel PC 15''Version 2.00 Page 23 of 46E_BMS790_POLARIS_PanelPC_19+15_Rev1.doc • User manual for POLARIS Panel PC 19.1" and 15" • Revision 1 / Status: January, 3 rd , 2006 • Technical data subject to change5.3 Installation optionsThe POLARIS Panel PC can be installed directly in■ Switch cabinet doors■ Mimic panels■ EnclosuresIn order to guarantee IP 65, use the reinforcement frame and the enclosure’s own IP rating has to be suitable for theapplication.The following points should be taken into consideration when installing the POLARIS Panel PC:■ Convenient height for operation.■ Good lighting so that the display will be easily readable.■ At ambient temperatures below 0°C, the POLARIS Panel PC has to be heated.■ Below +10°C the POLARIS Panel PC needs to be heated to maintainthe lifetime of the backlight illumination.■ Avoid installing in the immediate vicinity of switching devices or converters.Note: Only use heating systems, which are certified for explosive areas!The following factors should be taken into consideration in order to ensure proper and workmanlike installation:■ The installation location must be sufficiently stable / fixed.■ The enclosure in which the POLARIS Panel PC is mounted must be strong enough to supportits weight.■ Following the cutting out of the opening into which the POLARIS Panel PC is to be fitted, thesurface must be dressed to ensure it is smooth, level and undamaged so as to preserve theintegrity of the seal.5.3.1 Cable glands / ConduitsWhen connecting cables and leads to supplies / communications equipment in increased safety protected areas, Ex certifiedcable entries must be used which are suitable for each type of cable and lead. You must maintain the protection concept “e”and include a suitable sealing element so that an IP rating of at least IP 54 is maintained.