Ampcontrol IPD - Installation; General Warnings

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IPD USER MANUAL
IPDB014 Version 14 – SEP/2020
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5 INSTALLATION
5.1 General Warnings
These instructions have been designed to assist users of the IPD with installation.
Before the IPD can be installed, there are a number of things that need to be considered and understood
to prevent incorrect or unsafe operation of the IPD or the system into which it is installed.
Along with relevant competence, and an understanding of the target application, the following points
should be considered:
5.1.1 Ensure that the information provided in this user manual is fully understood.
It is extremely important that the limitations and functionality of the IPD are understood to prevent
incorrect installation and use from creating a potentially dangerous risk. If in doubt as to the nature of
the limitations or their implication, consult a competent authority such as a supervisor or Ampcontrol
technical representative.
5.1.2 Ensure that the application into which the IPD is being installed has been properly
defined, designed and approved.
Any system intended to mitigate the risk of injury needs to be properly designed and implemented.
Such a system must be the result of structured risk analysis with the outcomes used to define the
system requirements. These requirements, in turn, will guide the choice of instrumentation, logic
solvers and actuators needed to implement the system. Understanding the needs of the system will
ensure proper selection of equipment.
5.1.3 Ensure that the IPD will properly perform the required functions within the system
design.
It is important to understand how the IPD is intended to interact with other equipment within a system.
For safe and reliable use, it is crucial that neither the IPD’s logical operation nor its signalling be
compromised by incompatibilities with connected equipment.
5.1.4 Modifications of any form to the IPD are prohibited.
The IPD as supplied has been designed and manufactured to comply with the requirements of
protection standards. If modifications of any form are made to the IPD, the equipment may no longer be
fit for use. If any modifications or damage to the IPD is evident, do not use the equipment and contact
Ampcontrol for advice.