3BFunctions and features
30BIntended use
4-1
4
Functions and features
CAUTION
Overload or wrong use of the unit
The unit and / or the associated machine/plant may be damaged or destroyed or
may malfunction if the limits of the "Technical data" for this unit are exceeded or if
the unit is used outside the specified "Functions and features".
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Use the unit only within the limits of the "Technical data"
→
page 15-1, chapter 15 "Technical data".
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Use the unit only in accordance with the "Functions and features"
4.1
Intended use
You may use the unit for the following purposes (= functions and features):
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as a fieldbus gateway between the actuator-sensor interface network and a
higher-level controller (fieldbus master = host, e.g. PLC) via a fieldbus connec-
tion (option)
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as an independent controller for units via the actuator/sensor interface
with/without data exchange to a PC for visualisation of the machinery states
4.2
Prohibited use
The controllere must NOT be used for the following purposes:
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outdoors
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in wet environments
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outside the limits of the technical data
→
page 15-1, chapter 15 "Technical data"
Tampering with the unit can seriously affect the safety of operators and machinery.
This is not permitted and leads to an exclusion of liability and warranty.
