Rockwell Automation 1738-FPD ArmorPoint I/O Field Potential Distributor, Series A User Manual
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Publication 1738-IN019A-EN-E - June 2004
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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
http://www.ab.com/manuals/gi) 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.