Installing the S7-400
2-18 AutomationSystem S7-400 Hardwareand Installation
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2.7 Methods of Ventilation

Methods of Ventilation

Under extreme ambient conditions, particularly when operating S7-400 modules in
cabinets, you can use the cable duct or fan subassembly to optimize ventilation.
There are two methods of supplying air to the modules. Youdraw in air either from
the back or from below.The cable duct and fan subassembly can be converted for
this purpose.
The following figure shows the ventilation when air is drawn in from the back.
Exhaust air
Cable duct or fan
subassembly
Exhaust air
Modules
Wall
Modules
Supply air