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6 - troubleshooting, Chapter objectives, Troubleshooting – Rockwell Automation 1203 Serial Communications Module Series A User Manual

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Chapter

6

Chapter

6-1

Troubleshooting

Chapter Objectives

Use this chapter to help you troubleshoot your Serial Communications
system using the LED indicators on the front of the device (Figure 6.1).
The Communications Module is a non-serviceable device that should be
returned to Allen-Bradley for replacement when a major fault exists that is
attributable to the Communications Module itself.

Figure 6.1
LED Locations

Front View Enclosed Version

AB0414C

SCANport STS

Serial STS

TX

SW1

SW2

SW3

J4

J2

Front View Open Version

RX

TX

Serial STS

SCANport STS

RX

ATTENTION: Servicing energized industrial control equipment
can be hazardous. Electrical shock, burns, or unintentional
actuation of controlled industrial equipment may cause death or
serious injury. Follow the safety-related practices of NFPA 70E,
Electrical Safety for Employee Workplaces, when working on or
near energized equipment. Do not work alone on energized
equipment.