Important user information – Rockwell Automation 1756-DH485 ControlLogix Data Highway 485 Module Installation Instructions User Manual
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1756-IN587A-EN-P - September 2005
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.literature.rockwellautomation.com) 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, when necessary, 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 to identify a 
hazard, avoid a hazard and recognize the consequences.
SHOCK HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to 
alert people that dangerous voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to 
alert people that surfaces may be dangerous temperatures.