Omron NT631C manual Intended Audience, General Precautions, Safety Precautions

Intended Audience 1

1 Intended Audience

This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).

•Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities.

•Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.

•Personnel in charge of installing and connecting FA systems.

•Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.

2 General Precautions

The user must operate the product according to the performance specifica- tions described in the operation manuals.

Before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amuse- ment machines, safety equipment, and other systems, machines and equip- ment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly, consult your OMRON representative.

Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are sufficient for the systems, machines, and equipment, and be sure to provide the systems, machines, and equipment with double safety mechanisms.

This manual provides information for using the Programmable Terminal. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the software and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.

!WARNING It is extremely important that Programmable Terminals and related devices be used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can directly or indirectly affect human life. You must con- sult with your OMRON representative before applying Programmable Termi- nals to the above-mentioned applications.

!WARNING Do not use input functions such as PT touch switches for applications where danger to human life or serious damage is possible, or for emergency switch applications.

3 Safety Precautions

Read these safety precautions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the Programmable Terminal so that you can use it safely and cor- rectly.

Safety Conventions and their Meanings

This operation manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate cautions, warnings, and dangers in order to ensure safe use of the NT631/ 631C.

The cautions, warnings, and dangers shown here contain important informa- tion related to safety. This instructions in these cautions, warnings, and dan- gers must be observed.

The conventions used and their meanings are presented below.

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