Rockwell Automation DeviceNet System Quick Reference - Manual (Page 2)

DeviceNet System Quick Reference
DNET-QR001A-EN-E – March 2009 2
Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical
equipment. Safety Guidelines for Application, Installation, and Maintenance of Solid State
Controls (publication
SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or
online at http://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 identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequence.
SHOCK HAZARD Labels may be 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 on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor,
to alert people that surfaces may reach dangerous temperatures.