▶ Persons, who work on the device, must read and understand these instructions. Installation ..................6 The operating instructions can be found on the Internet at: Start-up ..................11 www.burkert.com Display elements ................11 Symbols Maintenance ................... 12 ▶ Highlights instructions to avoid a danger.
▶ The I/O module Type ME44 collects, converts and compares physi- The operator is responsible for observing the location-specific safety cal measurement data from external sensors or receives switching regulations, also with reference to the personnel.
TECHNICAL DATA NOTE! The following values are indicated on the device: Electrostatically sensitive components and modules. • Supply voltage The device contains electronic components that are susceptible to • Permitted ambient temperature range electrostatic discharging (ESD). Components that come into contact with electrostatically charged people or objects are at risk.
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4.4 Mechanical data Order number Type Housing material: Polycarbonate Manufacturer 4.5 Device labeling Serial number code (coded) UL marking* Order number UL marking* Type Ambient temperature Manufacturer code (coded) Module Serial number variant Supply voltage Nominal power Degree of protection CE marking CE marking * only UL version...
4.6 Electrical data INSTALLATION Supply voltage: 24 V +20 %/–15 % via the NOTE! backplane BPX3 • Installation may be carried out only by trained technicians and with Power consumption: 4AI: 3.5 W 8DI: 10 W the appropriate tools! 4AO: 3.5 W 8DO: Mounting the fieldbus gateway on the backplane...
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Module slots Module slots with covers The ME44 I/O module and the BPX3 backplane can only be operated as part of a system in combination with the ME43 Fig. 4: Mounting the I/O module Type ME44 on the backplane fieldbus gateway.
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Electrical configuration 8DO module: Use supply voltage unit with adequate power. Plug configuration External circuit AUX Power 5.3 Electrical installation Ground The circuit diagram is pressed onto the outside of the I/O module. Ground NOTE! Aux Power External Precondition to ensure that the device functions perfectly and to 24 V circuit prevent interference:...
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Electrical configuration 4AI module: Electrical configuration 4AO module: Plug configuration Plug configuration External circuit External circuit AUX Power analogue outputs Ground Ground Ground AO1...AO4 Analogue output + Tab. 4: Electrical configuration 4AO module Aux Power External 24 V circuit 5.3.1 Connecting external sensors and actuators 24 V +20 %/–15 % to the power supply...
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5.3.2 Connection of the cable shielding 5.4 Mounting the system on the top hat rail → Hook system into the lower guide of the top hat NOTE! rail. Precondition to ensure that the device functions perfectly. → Push system upwards while also swiveling The cable shielding must be placed on both ends of the line to the it towards the top hat rail and lock it into the functional earth:...
START-UP DISPLAY ELEMENTS The I/O modules of Type ME44 have the following LEDs for indicating Configuration the status. • LED for indicating the device status. The Bürkert Communicator software is required to configure the I/O module Type ME44. The LED changes color and status in accordance with NAMUR NE 107.
MAINTENANCE Replacement of the I/O module NOTE! ▶ Maintenance may be carried out only by trained technicians and with the appropriate tools! I/O modules can be replaced during operation (hot plug). Remove cables from sensors and actuators. → Press push-in contacts of the terminal block and pull out wires. Fig.
DISASSEMBLY Install replacement device. → Align the I/O module with the module slot of the backplane. CAUTION! → Press the I/O module onto the backplane until it clicks to position. Electrical voltage. → Connect wires of the external sensors and actuators to the terminals ▶...
TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, DISPOSAL NOTE! Damage in transit due to inadequately protected devices. ▶ Protect the device against moisture and dirt in shock-resistant pack- aging during transportation. ▶ Observe permitted storage temperature. Incorrect storage may damage the device. ▶ Store the device in a dry and dust-free location! ▶...
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