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 Series Controllers User’s Guide 
M5451    Omega Engineering | www.omega.com 
 
2.  Safety Considerations 
This device is marked with the international caution symbol. It is important to read this manual before 
installing or commissioning this device as it contains important information relating to Safety and EMC 
(Electromagnetic Compatibility). 
This instrument is a panel mount device protected in accordance with EN 61010-1:2010, electrical safety 
requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. Installation of this 
instrument should be done by qualified personnel. 
In order to ensure safe operation, the following instructions must be followed and warnings 
observed: 
This instrument has no power-on switch. An external switch or circuit-breaker must be included in the 
installation as a disconnecting device. It must be marked to indicate this function, and it must be in close 
proximity to the equipment within easy reach of the operator. The switch or circuit-breaker must 
comply with the relevant requirements of IEC 947–1 and IEC 947-3 (International Electro technical 
Commission). The switch must not be incorporated in the main supply cord. 
Furthermore, to provide protection against excessive energy being drawn from the main supply in case 
of a fault in the equipment, an overcurrent protection device must be installed. 
  Do not exceed the voltage rating on the label located on the top of the instrument housing. 
  Always disconnect the power before changing the signal and power connections. 
  Do not use this instrument on a work bench without its case for safety reasons. 
  Do not operate this instrument in flammable or explosive atmospheres. 
  Do not expose this instrument to rain or moisture. 
  Unit mounting should allow for adequate ventilation to ensure that the instrument does not 
exceed the operating temperature rating. 
  Use electrical wires with adequate size to handle mechanical strain and power requirements. 
Install this instrument without exposing the bare wire outside the connector to minimize 
electrical shock hazards. 
EMC Considerations 
  Whenever EMC is an issue, always use shielded cables. 
  Never run signal and power wires in the same conduit. 
  Use signal wire connections with twisted-pair cables. 
  Install Ferrite Beads on signal wires close to the instrument if EMC problems persist. 
Failure to follow all instructions and warnings is at your own risk and may result in property 
damage, bodily injury and/or death.  Omega Engineering is not responsible for any damages or 
loss arising or resulting from any failure to follow any and all instructions or observe any and all 
warnings.