
Emerson FB3000 RTU Instruction Manual
D301851X012
October 2022
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Device Safety Considerations
Reading these Instructions
Before operating the device, read these instructions carefully and understand their safety implications. In some situations, improperly using
this device may result in damage or injury. Keep this manual in a convenient location for future reference. Note that these instructions may not
cover all details or variations in equipment or cover every possible situation regarding installation, operation, or maintenance. Should
problems arise that are not covered sufficiently in the text, immediately contact Customer Support for further information.
Protecting Operating Processes
A failure of this device — for whatever reason -- may leave an operating process without appropriate protection and could result in possible
damage to property or injury to persons. To protect against this, you should review the need for additional backup equipment or provide
alternate means of protection (such as alarm devices, output limiting, fail-safe valves, relief valves, emergency shutoffs, emergency switches,
etc.). Contact Energy and Transportation Solutions for additional information.
Returning Equipment
If you need to return any equipment to Energy and Transportation Solutions, it is your responsibility to ensure that the equipment has been
cleaned to safe levels, as defined and/or determined by applicable federal, state and/or local law regulations or codes. You also agree to
indemnify Energy and Transportation Solutions and hold Energy and Transportation Solutions harmless from any liability or damage which
Energy and Transportation Solutions may incur or suffer due to your failure to ensure device cleanliness.
Grounding Equipment
Ground metal enclosures and exposed metal parts of electrical instruments in accordance with relevant safety standards. For the USA, refer to
OSHA rules and regulations as specified in Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems, 29 CFR, Part 1910, Subpart S, dated: May 16, 1981
(OSHA rulings are in agreement with the National Electrical Code). For international locations, refer to IEC 60364-4-41: PROTECTION AGAINST
ELECTRIC SHOCK. You must also ground mechanical or pneumatic instruments that include electrically operated devices such as lights,
switches, relays, alarms, or chart drives. The FB3000 includes a chassis ground lug. Unless specifically noted, the chassis ground is isolated
from ground terminals on individual modules installed in the device to prevent noise. The chassis ground lug provides a path to earth ground
for electrical safety, static discharge, and stray voltages. Do not connect the chassis ground lug directly to a lightning arrestor/lightning rod.
Important: Complying with the codes and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction is essential to ensuring personnel safety. The guidelines
and recommendations in this manual are intended to meet or exceed applicable codes and regulations. If differences occur between this
manual and the codes and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction, those codes and regulations must take precedence.
Protecting from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
This device contains sensitive electronic components which can be damaged by exposure to an ESD voltage. Depending on the magnitude and
duration of the ESD, it can result in erratic operation or complete failure of the equipment. Ensure that you correctly care for and handle ESD-
sensitive components.
Using Qualified Personnel
Installation, configuration, and any subsequent modifications to this device should only be performed by qualified, suitably-trained personnel.
System Training
A well-trained workforce is critical to the success of your operation. Knowing how to correctly install, configure, program, calibrate, and
trouble-shoot your Emerson equipment provides your engineers and technicians with the skills and confidence to optimize your investment.
Energy and Transportation Solutions offers a variety of ways for your personnel to acquire essential system expertise. Our full-time
professional instructors can conduct classroom training at several of our corporate offices, at your site, or even at your regional Emerson
office. You can also receive the same quality training via our live, interactive Emerson Virtual Classroom and save on travel costs. For our
complete schedule and further information, contact the Energy and Transportation Solutions Training Department at 800-338-8158 or email
Ethernet Connectivity
This automation device is intended to be used in an Ethernet network which does not have public access. The inclusion of this device in a
publicly accessible Ethernet-based network is not recommended.