
FD67 Profibus-DP Manual
2
2 Safety
instructions
2.1 Designated
use
The devices described in this manual serve as decentralized input/output units for connection to a
Profibus-DP network.
The products described in this manual
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were developed, manufactured, inspected and documented in accordance with the applicable safety
standards. These products do not normally pose a danger to persons or property, provided that the
applicable operating and safety instructions for configuration, assembly and operation in the manner
intended are observed.
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meet the requirements set forth in the
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EMC Directive (89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 93/44/EEC)
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Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)
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are designed for use in industrial applications. A characteristic of the industrial environment is that
consumers are not directly connected to the public low voltage system. Extra precautions are
required for use in residential, business and commercial applications.
Warning
!
This equipment has a Class A rating and can cause
radio frequency interference in residential areas. In such cases, the operator can be
asked to take appropriate precautions.
Troublefree and safe function of this equipment is guaranteed only if the conditions for proper transport,
storage, installation and assembly are observed.
The designated operation of the equipment is guaranteed only with the housing fully installed.
All devices connected to this equipment must fulfil EN 61558-2-4 and EN 61558-2-6 requirements.
Only qualified and suitably trained electrical tradesmen knowledgeable in the safety standards of
automation technology may perform configuration, installation, setup, maintenance and testing of the
equipment.
Current safety and accident prevention laws valid for a specific application must be observed in the
configuration, installation, setup, maintenance and testing of the equipment.
Only cables and accessories are allowed which meet the requirements and regulations for safety,
electromagnetic compatibility and, where applicable, telecommunication transmission equipment and
specifications.
Information concerning the type of authorized cables and accessories that can be obtained either from
Norgren or your Norgren distributor are described in this manual.