Important user information, Description – Rockwell Automation 1797-TB3S FLEX Ex Terminal Base User Manual
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2 FLEX Ex Terminal Base Units
Publication
1797-5.1 - June 2010
Description
The 1797-TB3 and 1797-TB3S terminal bases have 36 wiring connections to
and from a plug-in module. The use of each terminal depends on the module
mounted in the base.
Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety
Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication SGI-1.1 available
from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
)
describes some important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices.
Because of this difference, and also because of the wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons
responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment
is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting
from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many
variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume
responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits,
equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell
Automation, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a
hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or
economic loss.
IMPORTANT
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.
ATTENTION
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death,
property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you:
identify a hazard.
avoid a hazard.
recognize the consequence.
SHOCK HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that dangerous voltage may be
present.
BURN HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that surfaces may be
dangerous temperatures.