Parker Hannifin PA Series manual Starting the PowerStation, PA PowerStation User Guide

Chapter 3: Starting Your PowerStation Starting the PowerStation

volatile memory storage. The CF is well-suited for rugged environments where the PowerStation may vibrate or shake. Although the CF is removable, it is used as an IDE drive, which means you cannot remove it while the PowerStation is switched on.

The PA PowerStation supports Type 1 or Type 2 CF cards.

You should purchase at least one additional CF card to serve as a backup for your primary CF card. It is also useful to own several cards to store different projects. You can purchase additional CF cards through Parker.

Note: Do not remove or insert the CF card when the unit is powered on or data on the card could be corrupted.

Starting the PowerStation

Once the PA PowerStation has been mounted, you are ready to start up the unit. This procedure is described below.

Before connecting a power cord to your unit, make sure that you have read and understood Environmental Specifications on page A-5,and the Testing Specifications on page A-7,of this manual. Also, be sure to follow the guidelines listed below:

For permanently connected equipment, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring.

Important:Proper installation of this PowerStation model for use in European Union countries requires the use of a harmonized power cord (the power cord must be identified with the <HAR> symbol). Make sure that the PowerStation is connected to the main supply only with a harmonized power cord.

1Ensure the power on/off switch is in the off position.

2Connect the power cord to a DC voltage source. Voltage input to the unit should be within the range specified in the Environmental Specifications.

3Turn the PA PowerStation on.

The PowerStation will automatically load the MachineShop Shell or an Interact application, if the Shell is configured to start Interact automatically.

You are now ready to download a project to the PA PowerStation. If you’re using MachineShop software, refer to the MachineShop Getting Started Guide or the MachineShop Toolbar help system for information about downloading projects.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

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