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NOTES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Before installation, operation, maintenance or inspection of this option, a technically quali-
fied individual who is familiar with this type of equipment and the hazards involved should
read this entire manual thoroughly. In this manual, the NOTES FOR SAFE OPERATION
are classified as “CAUTION”.
CAUTION
NOTE
NOTE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury to personnel and damage equipment.
Failure to heed notices labeled with may result in dangerous situations or
equipment damage.
Steps to be taken to insure proper operation and to avoid malfunctions.
CAUTION
CAUTION
• The option card uses a CMOS IC chip. It may break if touched by bare fingers because of static
electricity. Be careful when handling.
• When removing the option card from the drive for transportation or storage, the card should be
placed in the anti-static package it was received in.
• DO NOT alter wiring or connect or disconnect connectors while equipment power is ON.
Failure to observe these cautions may re sult in injury or equipment damage!
Before use,
1. Before installing the Encoder (PG) Feedback Card (the PG-B2 card), read this manual and the man-
ual for the installation of the drive.
2. Before connecting the PG-B2 card or external terminals, turn OFF the main power to the drive and
verify that the CHARGE indicator lamp of the Drive is OFF.
3. When ordering the PG-B2 card, specify the product type and code number.