Rockwell Automation 1734-IE4S POINT Guard I/O Safety Modules User Manual - Manual (Page 15)

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Chapter
1
POINT Guard I/O Overview
Use the POINT Guard I/O safety modules in the POINT I/O platform to
distribute safety I/O on a safety-control network that meets the requirements up
to and including SIL CL3, and PLe, Cat. 4 as defined in IEC 61508, IEC 61511,
IEC 62061, and ISO 13849-1. POINT Guard I/O modules may be used with
1756 GuardLogix, 1768 Compact GuardLogix, or SmartGuard 600 controllers.
You can configure the modules for use on DeviceNet networks by using the
network configuration tool, RSNetWorx™ for DeviceNet software. For EtherNet
networks, use the GuardLogix programming tool, the Logix Designer
application.
Understand Suitability for
Use Rockwell Automation is not responsible for conformity with any standards,
codes, or regulations that apply to the combination of the products in your
application or use of the product. See
Legislations and Standards on page 179 for
more information.
Take all necessary steps to determine the suitability of the products for the
systems, machine, and equipment with which it is used.
Know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to these products.
Use this equipment within its specified ratings.
Never use these products for an application involving serious risk to life or
property without making sure that the system as a whole was designed to address
the risks and that the Rockwell Automation products are properly rated and
installed for the intended use within the overall equipment or system.
Topic Page
Understand Suitability for Use 15
Safety Precautions 17
POINT Guard I/O Modules in CIP Safety Systems 17
Safety Application Requirements 21