Beckhoff CX2900-0192, Manual

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Safety
CX2900-0192 9 Version: 1.4
2 Safety
To protect against injury and to prevent damage to equipment or property, it is necessary to carefully read
the safety guidelines and comply with them. This section contains a summary of the main safety
requirements and instructions. Warnings relating to specific action steps are included in the respective
sections.
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.
• Deployment of personnel without adequate training.
• Use of unauthorized replacement parts.
• Use of equipment that is not in sound condition.
2.1 Intended use
The battery pack is a charge store for the power supply unit CX2100-0914 and is only suitable for operation
with this power supply unit. The battery pack is intended for installation on a DIN rail.
In the event of a power failure the battery pack supplies the basic CPU module and further devices (e.g. a
Panel) via the CX2100-0914 power supply unit.
The battery pack is designed for a working environment that meets the requirements of protection class
IP20. This involves finger protection and protection against solid foreign objects up to 12.5 mm, but not
protection against water.
Ensure the battery pack is fully functional and replace it after five years.
Improper use
• Use the battery pack according to the technical data, otherwise electrolyte (acid) may escape and the
battery pack may become hot or even explode.
• The battery in the battery pack must not be removed and used outside the housing.
• Do not use the battery pack for more than 5 years.
2.2 Staff qualification
Using the Beckhoff software and hardware requires special qualifications. Personnel must have the following
minimum qualifications:
Beckhoff hardware
• All operations must be carried out by qualified personnel only, who have adequate knowledge in the
field of control and automation technology.
• The qualified personnel must be familiar with the current standards and guidelines for the devices and
the automation environment.
• All interventions require adequate knowledge of control programming.