Fundamental safety instructions

The following safety instructions must be observed when handling the device.

Application conditions

Do not use the device under extreme environmental conditions.
Do not use the device in hazardous areas.

Do not carry out any work on the device while it is live. Always switch off the supply voltage for the device before mounting it, replacing device components or rectifying malfunctions. This does not apply to the replacement of hard disks in a RAID configuration.

Never plug or unplug connectors during thunderstorms. There is a risk of electric shock.
Ensure that the device has a protective and functional earth connection.

Damage to property, loss of data and impairment of functions

If you change the hardware and software configurations, you must keep within the specified limits of power consumption and power loss (please refer to the respective data sheet).

Ensure that only trained specialists with a control and automation engineering background, operate the device. Use by unauthorized persons can lead to damage to property and loss of data.
Fuse the power supply line to protect the supply line in the event of a short circuit according to its cross-section.
In case of fire, extinguish the device with powder or nitrogen.