Beckhoff CU8130-0240, Manual

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Safety
CU8130-0240 8 Version: 1.1
2 Safety
Read the chapter on safety and follow the instructions in order to protect from personal injury and damage to
equipment.
Limitation of liability
All the components are supplied in particular hardware and software configurations appropriate for the
application. Unauthorized modifications and changes to the hardware or software configuration, which go
beyond the documented options, are prohibited and nullify the liability of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co.
KG.
In addition, the following actions are excluded from the liability of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG:
• Failure to comply with this documentation.
• Improper use.
• Assignment of untrained personnel.
• Use of unauthorized replacement parts.
• Use of the devices in a damaged condition.
2.1 Intended use
The CU8130-0240 UPS is intended for mounting on a DIN rail in an industrial control cabinet or terminal box.
Alternatively, the UPS can be equipped with a mounting plate and mounted on the rear panel of the control
cabinet. The UPS supports in particular Industrial PCs, Embedded PCs, Panels and Panel PCs in case of
voltages fluctuations or failures and this way ensures a safe shutdown of the system.
The UPS has been developed for a working environment that satisfies protection class IP20. This involves
finger protection and protection against solid foreign objects up to 12.5 mm, but not protection against water.
Operation of the devices in wet and dusty environments is not permitted. The specified limits for electrical
and technical data must be adhered to.
Ensure full functionality and replace the battery module after five years.
Improper use
The UPS is not suitable for operation in the following areas:
• Potentially explosive atmospheres.
• In areas with an aggressive environment that is enriched, for example, with aggressive gases or
chemicals.
• Living areas. In living areas, the relevant standards and guidelines for interference emissions must be
adhered to, and the devices must be installed in housings or control boxes with suitable attenuation of
shielding.
2.2 Staff qualification
All operations involving Beckhoff software and hardware may only be carried out by qualified personnel with
knowledge of control and automation engineering. The qualified personnel must have knowledge of the
administration of the Industrial PC and the associated network.
All interventions must be carried out with knowledge of control programming, and the qualified personnel
must be familiar with the current standards and guidelines for the automation environment.
2.3 Safety instructions
Follow the safety instructions for protection against injuries and prevention of damage to equipment or
property.