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General considerations, Hazardous location considerations – Rockwell Automation 1790P-4R0 CompactBlock LDX I/O RTD/Resistance Input Module  User Manual

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Publication 1790-UM002A-EN-P

2-2 Installation and Wiring

General Considerations

The modules are suitable for use in a commercial or light industrial
environment when installed in accordance with these instructions.
Specifically, this equipment is intended for use in clean, dry environments

(Pollution degree 2

(1)

) and to circuits not exceeding Over Voltage

Category II

(2)

(IEC 60664-1).

(3)

Hazardous Location Considerations

This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
or non-hazardous locations only. The following WARNING statement
applies to use in hazardous locations.

(1)

Pollution Degree 2 is an environment where, normally, only non-conductive pollution occurs except that occasionally
a temporary conductivity caused by condensation shall be expected.

(2)

Over Voltage Category II is the load level section of the electrical distribution system. At this level transient voltages
are controlled and do not exceed the impulse voltage capability of the product’s insulation.

(3)

Pollution Degree 2 and Over Voltage Category II are International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) designations.

WARNING

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EXPLOSION HAZARD

Substitution of components may impair suitability for
Class I, Division 2.

Do not replace components or disconnect equipment
unless power has been switched off or the area is
known to be non-hazardous.

Do not connect or disconnect components unless
power has been switched off or the area is known to be
non-hazardous.

This product must be installed in an enclosure.

All wiring must comply with N.E.C. article 501-4(b).