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The performance features described here
are binding only if they have been expressly
guaranteed in the contract. We have
checked that the contents of the technical
publication agree with the hardware and
software described. However, it is not possi-
ble to rule out deviations completely, so we
are unable to guarantee complete agree-
ment. However, the details in the technical
publication are checked regularly. Any cor-
rections which prove necessary are contai-
ned in subsequent editions. We are grateful
for suggestions for improvement.
We reserve the right to make technical
modifications.
Permission is not given for the circulation
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in the case of patent grant or registration of
a utility or design.
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Automation and Control GmbH 2006
All Rights Reserved
Note
We would point out that the content of
these operating instructions is not part of,
nor is it intended to amend an earlier or exi-
sting agreement, permit or legal relation-
ship. All obligations on Hirschmann arise
from the respective purchasing agreement
which also contains the full warranty condi-
tions which have sole applicability. These
contractual warranty conditions are neither
extended nor restricted by comments in
these operating instructions.
We would furthermore point out that for
reasons of simplicity, these operating
instructions cannot describe every
conceivable problem associated with the
use of this equipment. Should you require
further information or should particular
problems occur which are not treated in
sufficient detail in the operating instruc-
tions, you can request the necessary infor-
mation from your local Hirschmann sales
partner or directly from the Hirschmann
office (address: refer to chapter entitled
„Notes on CE identification“).
Safety Instructions
This manual contains instructions which
must be observed to ensure your own per-
sonal safety and to avoid
damage to devices and machinery. The
instructions are highlighted with a warning
triangle and are shown as
follows according to the degree of endan-
germent:
z
Danger!
means that death, serious injury or
considerable damage to property
will
result if the appropriate safety
measures are not taken.
z
Warning!
means that death, serious injury or
considerable damage to property
can
result if the appropriate safety
measures are not taken.
z
Caution!
means that light injury or damage to
property can result if the appropria-
te safety measures are not taken.
Note:
is an important piece of information
about the product, how to use the product,
or the relevant section of the documentati-
on to which particular attention is to be
drawn.
Certified usage
Please observe the following:
z
Warning
The device may only be employed
for the purposes described in the
catalog and technical description,
and only in conjunction with external
devices and components recommen-
ded or approved by Hirschmann.
The product can only be operated
correctly and safely if it is transpor-
ted, stored, installed and assembled
properly and correctly. Furthermore,
it must be operated and serviced
carefully.
Safety Guidelines
Power Supply
䡺
Switch the basic devices on only when
the case is closed.
z
Warning!
The devices may only be connected
to the supply voltage shown on the
type plate.
The devices are designed for opera-
tion with a safety extra-low voltage.
Thus, they may only be connected
to the supply voltage connections
with PELV circuits or alternatively
SELV circuits with the voltage
restrictions in accordance with
IEC/EN 60950-1.
䡺
For the case where the module is opera-
ted with external power supply: Use only a
safety extra-low voltage in accordance with
IEC/EN 60950-1 to power the system.
䡺
First of all you connect the ground
connection, before you establish the further
connections. When you remove connec-
tions, you disconnect the ground connec-
tion last.
䡺
Relevant for North America:
The subject unit is to be suppplied by a
Class 2 power source complying with the
requirements of the National Electrical
Code, table 11(b).
䡺
Relevant for North America:
Power, input and output (I/O) wiring must
be in accordance with Class I, Division 2
wiring methods [Article 501-4(b) of the
National Electrical Code, NFPA 70] and in
accordance with the authority having juris-
diction.
Peripheral equipment must be suitable for
the location it is used in.
Use 60/75°C or 75°C copper(CU)wire only.
Safety Guidelines
Shielding Ground
䡺
Beware of possible short circuits when
connecting a cable section with conductive
shielding braiding.
Safety Guidelines Housing
z
Warning!
Only technicians authorized by
Hirschmann are permitted to open
the housing.
Note:
The SPIDER is grounded via a pin of
the 3pin terminal block.
䡺
Make sure that the electrical installation
meets local or nationally applicable safety
regulations.
z
Warning!
The ventilation slits must not be
covered so as to ensure free air cir-
culation.
The distance to the ventilation slots
on the top and the bottom of the
housing has to be a minimum of 10
cm.
The side distance of the SPIDER
4TX/1FX... and SPIDER 8TX... devi-
ces to neighbour devices has to be a
minimum of 2 cm if the ambient
temperature is higher than 50°C.
Never insert pointed objects (thin
screwdrivers, wires, etc.) into the
inside of the subrack! Failure to
observe this point may result in inju-
ries caused by electric shocks.
Note:
If installed in a living area or office
environment, the device must be operated
exclusively in switch cabinets with fire pro-
tection characteristics according to EN
60950-1.
Note:
The housing has to be mounted in
upright position.
Safety Guidelines Environment
z
Warning!
The device may only be operated in
the listed ambient temperature
range at the listed relative air humi-
dity (non-condensing).
䡺
The installation location is to be selec-
ted so as to ensure compliance with the cli-
matic limits listed in the Technical Data.
䡺
To be used in an up to Pollution Degree
2 environment only (IEC 60664-1).
