Important user information – Rockwell Automation 1788-CN2FF ControlNet to Foundation Fieldbus H1 Linking Device Installation Instructions User Manual
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4 ControlNet-to-Foundation Fieldbus H1 Linking Device
Publication 1788-IN051D-EN-P - February 2004
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 drive to alert people that dangerous voltage 
may be present.
BURN HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the drive to alert people that surfaces may be 
dangerous temperatures.