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Precautions for Handling
Intro-8
ME0384-3A
Precautions for Handling
1. Make sure to follow the usage condition, environment and specification range of the product.
In case it is not secured, it may cause a drop in performance or malfunction of the product.
2. Use the correct teaching tool.
Refer to the following item and use compatible tools for PC software and teaching pendant
usable for this controller.
[Refer to Startup Section Chapter 1, 1.2 Tools to Use]
3. Back up data in order to be prepared for a breakdown.
Non-volatile memory is used for backup memory of this controller. Registered position data and
parameters are written in this memory and backed up. Therefore, these data will normally not be
lost even if the power is turned off. However, be sure to save the latest data to enable a quick
recovery process in case this controller needs to be replaced with a substitute due to breakdown,
etc.
How to save
(1) Save to an external memory or a hard disk using PC software
(2) Record position table and parameters in writing
4. Perform initial operation setting.
This controller is compatible with 7 types of field network to support various applications, and
provided with 6 types of operation modes
(Note)
. These settings can be made during initial setting.
Set operation mode to suit the application at startup.
[Refer to Startup Section Chapter 4 Network Configuration]
Note: It is not available to select an operation mode in the EC connection unit.
Warning
● It is dangerous if operation settings of the control sequence and field network are not
matched, as it will not only prevent normal operation but can also lead to unpredictable
operation.