Safety instructions   
2.1 General safety instructions 
  SIMATIC IPC677E 
26  Operating Instructions, 04/2019, A5E45117996-AA 
Avoiding functional restrictions 
 
Possible functional restrictions in case of non-validated plant operation 
The device is tested and certified on the basis of the technical standards. In rare cases, 
functional restrictions can occur during plant operation. 
Validate the correct functioning of the plant to avoid functional restrictions. 
TFT displays 
 
Note 
Burn-in effect and backlighting 
The brightness of the backlighting deteriorates over the course of the screen's life cycle. A 
permanent picture with bright screen objects leads to a burn
-in effect.  
  Use a screen saver to extend the life of the screen and the backlighting and to prevent 
the burn-in effect. 
 
Note 
Defective pixels in the display 
The manufacturing process of modern displays does not currently guarantee that all pixels of 
the display are perfect. It is therefore inevitable that the display will contain a 
small number 
of defective pixels. This does not limit the function in any way provided the defective pixels 
are not all in one location.
 
Use in industrial environments  
 
Note 
Use in an industrial environment without additional protective measures 
This device was designed for use in a normal industrial environment according to 
IEC
 60721-3-3. 
ESD directive 
Electrostatic sensitive devices can be labeled with an appropriate symbol. 
 
Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) 
The device contains electronic components which may be destroyed by electrostatic 
charge. This can result in malfunctions and damage to the machine or plant. 
Take corresponding precautionary measures before you open the device.