6F3B0253
Basic Hardware and Function 3
Safety Precautions
This manual is prepared for users of Toshiba’s Programmable Controller T1-16S.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the T1-16S. Also, keep this manual and related
manuals so that you can read them anytime while the T1-16S is in operation.

General Information

1. The T1-16S has been designed and manufactured for use in an industrial
environment. However, the T1-16S is not intended to be used for systems which may
endanger human life. Consult Toshiba if you intend to use the T1-16S for a special
application, such as transportation machines, medical apparatus, aviation and space
systems, nuclear controls, submarine systems, etc.
2. The T1-16S has been manufactured under strict quality control. However, to keep
safety of overall automated system, fail-safe systems should be considered outside
the T1-16S.
3. In installation, wiring, operation and maintenance of the T1-16S, it is assumed that the
users have general knowledge of industrial electric control systems.
If this product is handled or operated improperly, electrical shock, fire or damage to
this product could result.
4. This manual has been written for users who are familiar with Programmable
Controllers and industrial control equipment. Contact Toshiba if you have any
questions about this manual.
5. S ample programs and circuits described in this manual are provided for explaining the
operations and applications of the T1-16S. You should test completely if you use them
as a part of your application system.

Hazard Classifications

In this manual, the following two hazard classifications are used to explain the safety
precautions.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Even a precaution is classified as CAUTION, it may cause serious results depending on
the situation. Observe all the safety precautions described on this manual.
!WARNING
!CAUTION