Important user information – Rockwell Automation 1797-OE8H FLEX Ex 8 Output Analog Modules User Manual
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FLEX Ex 8 Output and HART Analog Modules 3
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1797-5.3 - September 2011
Important User Information
S
olid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical
equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls
(Pub
available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
describes some important differences between solid state
equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the
wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must
satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages
resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the
many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc.
cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits,
equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell
Automation, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in
a hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property
damage, or economic loss.
IMPORTANT
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of
the product.
ATTENTION
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury
or death, property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you: identify a hazard,
avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequence
SHOCK HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that dangerous
voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that surfaces may be
dangerous temperatures.