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Document Scope

This manual describes the functionality of the Topology Manager of Control Expert.

It is written for users who are familiar with the engineering of control systems by using Control Expert Classic.

Validity Note

This document is valid for EcoStruxure Control Expert 15.2.

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Product Related Information

The examples in this manual are given for information only.

WARNING

UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Adapt examples that are given in this manual to the specific functions and requirements of your industrial application before you implement them.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

WARNING

LOSS OF CONTROL

Perform a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) of your application, and apply preventive and detective controls before implementation.
Provide a fallback state for undesired control events or sequences.
Provide separate or redundant control paths wherever required.
Supply appropriate parameters, particularly for limits.
Review the implications of transmission delays and take actions to mitigate.
Review the implications of communication link interruptions and take actions to mitigate.
Provide independent paths for control functions (for example, emergency stop, over-limit conditions, and fault conditions) according to the safety analysis and applicable codes, and regulations.
Apply local accident prevention and safety regulations and guidelines. ¹
Test each implementation of a system for proper operation before placing it into service.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

¹ For additional information, refer to NEMA ICS 1.1 (latest edition), Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation, and Maintenance of Solid State Control and to NEMA ICS 7.1 (latest edition), Safety Standards for Construction and Guide for Selection, Installation and Operation of Adjustable-Speed Drive Systems or their equivalent governing your particular location.