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3 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These safety instructions do not consider any contingencies or incidents
which occur during installation, operation and maintenance. The operator
is responsible for observing the location-specic safety regulations, also
with reference to the personnel.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure the following:
▶Operate the device only in perfect condition and in accordance with
the operating instructions.
▶Do not make any changes to the device and do not subject it to
mechanical stress.
▶Secure device or system to prevent unintentional activation.
▶Only trained technicians may perform installation and maintenance
work.
▶Install the device according to the regulations applicable in the
country.
▶After an interruption in the power supply, ensure that the process is
restarted in a controlled manner.
▶Observe the general rules of technology.
2 INTENDED USE
The eldbus gateway type ME43 is used as a eld bus converter
between büS and Industrial Ethernet, PROFIBUS DPV1, CC-Link.
▶When using the device, observe the permitted data, operating con-
ditions and application conditions. This information can be found in
the contractual documents, the operating instructions and on the
type label.
▶In areas at risk of explosion, only use devices approved for use
in those areas. These devices are labeled with a separate Ex type
label. In use, note the information provided on the separate Ex type
label and the additional explosion-related information or separate
explosion-related operating instructions.
The device
▶Do not use the device outside.
▶Do not open the device.
▶Use the device only in conjunction with third-party devices and
components recommended and authorized by Bürkert.
▶Only operate the device when in perfect condition and always
ensure proper storage, transportation, installation and operation.
▶Use only as intended.
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