SICK RFU610-10600

10.7 Replacing the device
10.7.1 Reusing the current configuration data
The configuration data of the device is combined as a parameter set. The replacement
device saves the parameter set to the permanent parameter memory.
The current configuration data of the device to be replaced can be transferred to a
replacement device in two ways.
Prerequisites:
•
The replacement device is a device of the same type
•
The current configuration data for the device to be replaced is accessible in a stor‐
age medium outside the device memory
The available options depend on the backup plan chosen by the user back at the time
of installation, and the configuration of the device now needing to be replaced.
The first method is performed semi-automatically by the device depending on the
setup. The second method is performed manually by the user.
1 Transfer of the current configuration data using the optional memory card
removed from the device to be replaced.
It is not necessary to connect a PC or laptop with the SOPAS ET configuration soft‐
ware for transfer to the replacement device.
Prerequisite:
If there is sufficient memory capacity on the memory card, the device will have
automatically saved the configuration data from the last permanent save opera‐
tion on the card using the “Permanent” option.
2 Transfer of the current configuration data by means of a download from the PC or
laptop.
Prerequisite:
The configuration data of the device was stored on the PC or laptop. This took
place on completion of configuration of the device that is now to be replaced with
the SOPAS ET configuration software after confirmation by the user.
NOTE
Further information see "Initial commissioning", page 49
10.7.2 Removing the device to be replaced
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the memory card
To avoid damaging a memory card that may be present in the device, make sure there
is no power to the device when you remove or insert the memory card.
1. Switch off the supply voltage to the device that is to be replaced.
2. Mark the position and alignment of the device on the bracket or surroundings.
3. Disconnect and remove all connecting cables from the device.
4. Detach the device and remove from the bracket.
5. Backed-up configuration data: if an optional memory card is installed in the
device, remove the memory card with the backed-up parameter set. The memory
card is located behind the side cover, see "Device view", page 15.
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