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1.1 Location
AMCI Networked Drivers are suitable for use in industrial environments that meet the following criteria:
Only non-conductive pollutants normally exist in the environment, but an occasional temporary con-
ductivity caused by condensation is expected.
Transient voltages are controlled and do not exceed the impulse voltage capability of the product’s insu-
lation.
Note that these criteria apply to the system as a whole. These criteria are equivalent to the
Pollution Degree 2
and
Over Voltage Category II
designations of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
1.2 Safe Handling Guidelines
1.2.1 Prevent Electrostatic Damage
Electrostatic discharge can damage the Networked Driver. Follow these guidelines when
handling the unit.
1) Touch a grounded object to discharge static potential before handling the module.
2) Work in a static-safe environment whenever possible.
3) Wear an approved wrist-strap grounding device.
4) Do not touch the pins of the bus connector or I/O connector.
5) Do not disassemble the module
6) Store the module in its anti-static bag and shipping box when it is not in use.
1.2.2 Prevent Debris From Entering the Unit
While mounting a devices, be sure that all debris (metal chips, wire strands, tapping liq-
uids, etc.) is prevented from falling into the driver. Debris may cause damage to the unit
or unintended machine operation with possible personal injury.
1.2.3 Remove Power Before Servicing
Remove power before removing or installing a Networked Driver.
1.3 Airflow and Wiring Space
To ensure adequate space for wiring and convectional cooling, you need:
2.0" (50 mm) of space above and below the driver
1.5" (37 mm) of space to the left and right of the driver
1.0" (25 mm) of space in front of the driver
Drivers should be mounted with the orientation shown in the outline drawings below. Holes
are in the top and bottom of the driver cover for convectional cooling. If you have an active
cooling system such as enclosure fans, the drivers should still be mounted as shown below, but
you should be able to mount the drivers closer together.
This chapter gives detailed information on installing an AMCI Networked Driver.
The person responsible for installing the driver should be familiar with the general
installation guidelines given in the previous chapter.
