Important user information – Rockwell Automation 1756-HIST2G FactoryTalk Historian ME 2.1 Installation Instructions User Manual
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FactoryTalk Historian Machine Edition Module 3
Publication
1756-IN611A-EN-P - February 2010
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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 when 
necessary.
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:
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identify a hazard.
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avoid a hazard.
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recognize the consequence.
Shock Hazard
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment (e.g., drive or motor) to alert 
people that dangerous voltage may be present.