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Spectrum Controls 1746sc-INO4vi User Manual

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SLC 500

Isolated Analog Output Modules

Disconnecting Prime
Movers

Before testing your module, ensure that machine motion will not occur:

• Disconnect motor wires at the motor starter or the motor itself. This

lets you test the operation of the starter coil, verifying that the output
circuit is wired correctly and functioning.

• Disconnect solenoids by disengaging the solenoid valves, leaving the

coils connected.

If you cannot disconnect a device in the preferred way, open the output
circuit as close as possible to the motion-causing device.

Example – If you have a relay coil that in turn energizes a motor starter
and you cannot disconnect the motor wires, open the circuit at a point
between the motor starter and the relay contact.

WARNING

POSSIBLE UNEXPECTED MACHINE MOTION

During all testing, always disconnect all devices that, when
energized, might cause machine motion.

Failure to observe this precaution can cause equipment damage
or personal injury.

Powering Up

When you apply power to the system, your module’s status LED should
illuminate, indicating that your module is receiving power and has
completed its onboard self-test. If the LED does not illuminate after
several seconds, your module is not functional. Discontinue testing until
you can get the LED to illuminate.

The most probable reasons for the LED not illuminating are:

• The SLC 500 system is not receiving power from its power supply.

• The rest of the SLC 500 system is not receiving power.

• The rack slot where your module is located is defective.

• Your module is defective.

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