IFM Electronic AL1900, AL1920, AL1930, AL1940, AL1950 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating instructions

IO-Link master

AL19xx

UK

80281466/00 01/2019

1 Preliminary note

Technical data, approvals, accessories and further information at
www.ifm.com.

2 Safety instructions

• The device described is a subcomponent for integration into a system.

- The manufacturer is responsible for the safety of the system.

- The system manufacturer undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to
create a documentation in accordance with legal and normative requirements
to be provided to the operator and user of the system. This documentation
must contain all necessary information and safety instructions for the operator,
the user and, if applicable, for any service personnel authorised by the
manufacturer of the system.

• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire
service life.

• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and
environmental conditions without any restrictions.

• Only use the product for its intended purpose (→ Functions and features).

• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal
injury and/or damage to property may occur.

• The manufacturer assumes no liability or warranty for any consequences
caused by tampering with the product or incorrect use by the operator.

• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, programming, configuration, operation
and maintenance of the product must be carried out by personnel qualified and
authorised for the respective activity.

• Protect units and cables against damage.

3 Functions and features

The IO-Link master modules serve as a gateway between intelligent IO-Link
sensors and the field bus. The units with protection rating IP 20 are designed as a
control cabinet module for use in plant construction.

4 Symbols used

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Instruction

Important note
Non-compliance may result in malfunction or interference.

4.1 Warnings used

WARNING

Warning of serious personal injury.
Death or serious irreversible injuries may result.

4.2 Safety symbols on the device

General warning on the device.
When this symbol appears, consider the corresponding section in the operating
instructions.

5 Installation

► Disconnect power before installation.

► Mount the unit in a control cabinet with a protection rating of at least IP 54 to

ensure protection against accidental contact with dangerous contact voltages
and against external influence. The control cabinet has to be installed in

accordance with local and national regulations.
► Mount the unit vertically on a DIN rail.
► Leave enough space between the unit and the top or bottom of the control

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cabinet as well as to adjacent devices to enable air circulation and to avoid

inadmissible heating.

5.1 Installation instructions

Electrostatic discharge
The device contains components that can be damaged or destroyed by

electrostatic discharge.

► When handling the device, observe the necessary safety precautions against

electrostatic discharge (ESD).
► Only operate the device when mounted on a grounded DIN rail.

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