Rockwell Automation 57C329 Remote I/O Communications, AutoMax - Manual (Page 134)

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Step 13. ReĆattach the plastic panel to the front of the FiberĆOptic
Rack.
K2.9 Adding a Network Drop
Use the following procedure to add a drop to the fiberĆoptic
network:
Step 1.
Identify the route for a new fiberĆoptic link. Refer to the
recommendations provided in section K2.4.
Step 2. Calculate the new link length. Ensure the new total cable
length does not exceed the maximum cable length
defined in Appendix H. If it exceeds the maximum
specifiedcable length, consult with Reliance Electric
before taking any further steps.
Step 3. Install andtest the new cable segment following the
instructions provided in section K2.4.
Step 4. Install the new StandĆAlone Transceiver following the
instructions provided in section K2.2.
Step 5. Stop all communications over the AutoMax network.
Step 6. Install the new RackĆMountedTransceiver following the
instructions provided in section K2.3.
Step 7. Resume network operation.
K2.10 Disconnecting a Network Drop
Use one of the following methods to disconnect a drop from the
Remote I/O network. Note that you do not need to stop network
operation when you disconnect a drop from the network.
D Disconnect the drop cable or the Tee Adapter from the selected
module.
D Disconnect the fiberĆoptic cable from the StandĆAlone
Transceiver.
D Disconnect the fiberĆoptic cable from the RackĆMounted
Transceiver.
K2.11 FiberĆOptic Cable System Maintenance
The following sections describe recommended maintenance
procedures.
K2.11.1 Cable System Documentation Maintenance
Keep the network cable system documentation upĆtoĆdate with all
changes made to the network configuration during the life of the
network.
K2.11.2 Cable System Design Maintenance
When oldequipment is relocatedor new equipment is installed, new
sources of heat, hazardous chemicals, and other changes in the
network cable system environment may occur. Evaluate the effect