Hirschmann Industrial ETHERNET Rail Switch RS20/RS22/RS30/RS32/RS40 Family

Safety instructions

 General safety instructions

You operate this device with electricity. Improper usage of the device

entails the risk of physical injury or significant property damage. The

proper and safe operation of this device depends on proper handling

during transportation, proper storage and installation, and careful

operation and maintenance procedures.

 Before connecting any cable, read this document, and the safety

instructions and warnings.

 Operate the device with undamaged components exclusively.

 The device is free of any service components. In case of a damaged

or malfunctioning device, turn off the supply voltage and return the

device to Hirschmann for inspection.

 Certified usage

Use the device solely for the application cases described in the

Hirschmann product information, including this manual.

Operate the device solely according to the technical specifications.

 Installation site requirements

 Install the device in a fire enclosure according to IEC 60950-1.

 If installed in a living area or office environment, the device must be

operated only in switch cabinets with fire protection characteristics

according to IEC 60950-1.

Only when using the PoE power supply unit RPS90/48V HV:

 Install this device only in a switch cabinet or in an operating site with

restricted access, to which maintenance staff have exclusive access.

 Strain relief

Note: If the strain relief is insufficient, there is a potential risk of torsion,

contact problems and creeping interruptions.

 Relieve the connection points of cables and lines from mechanical

stress.

 Design strain reliefs in such a way that they help prevent any

mechanical damage to cables, wires or conductors caused by external

influences or their own weight.

 To help prevent damage to device connections, connectors and

cables, follow the instructions for proper installation in accordance with

DIN VDE 0100-520:2013-06. sections 522.6. 522.7 and 522.13.

 Device casing

Only technicians authorized by the manufacturer are permitted to open

the casing.

 Never insert pointed objects (narrow screwdrivers, wires, etc.) into the

device or into the connection terminals for electric conductors. Do not

touch the connection terminals.

 Keep the ventilation slits free to ensure good air circulation.

See “General technical data” on page 64.

 Mount the device in the vertical position.

 At ambient air temperatures > +60 °C (+140 °F):

The surfaces of the device housing may become hot. Avoid touching

the device while it is operating.

 Qualification requirements for personnel

 Only allow qualified personnel to work on the device.

Qualified personnel have the following characteristics:

 Qualified personnel are properly trained. Training as well as practical

knowledge and experience make up their qualifications. This is the

prerequisite for grounding and labeling circuits, devices, and systems

in accordance with current standards in safety technology.

 Qualified personnel are aware of the dangers that exist in their work.

 Qualified personnel are familiar with appropriate measures against

these hazards in order to reduce the risk for themselves and others.

 Qualified personnel receive training on a regular basis.

 National and international safety regulations

Verify that the electrical installation meets locally or nationally applicable

safety regulations.

 Grounding the device

The device is grounded via the separate ground screw on the bottom left

of the front side of the device.

 Use a wire diameter for the ground conductor that is no smaller than

the diameter of the supply voltage connection, however of at least 1.0

mm² (AWG16).

 Ground the device before connecting any other cables.

 Disconnect the grounding only after disconnecting all other cables.

 Shielding ground

The overall shield of a connected shielded twisted pair cable is connected

to the grounding connector on the front panel as a conductor.

 Beware of possible short circuits when connecting a cable section with

conductive shielding braiding.

 Supply voltage

The supply voltage is electrically isolated from the housing.

 The devices are designed for operation with Safety Extra-low Voltage