A-BSLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 Modular Processors

mportant User Information

Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. 

Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication 

SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at 

http://www.literature.rockwellautomation.com) describes some important differences between solid state 

equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the 

wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must 

satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.

In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages 

resulting from the use or application of this equipment.

The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many 

variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot 

assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.

No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, 

equipment, or software described in this manual.

Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell 

Automation, Inc., is prohibited.

Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations

Never install, remove, or wire any module while power is applied. 

Also, do not expose processor modules to surfaces or other areas 

that may typically hold an electrostatic discharge.

IMPORTANT Refer to page 12 for information on proper battery handling, 

storage, and transportation.

WARNING • Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, 

Division 2.

• Do not replace components or disconnect equipment unless 

power has been switched off or the area is known to be 

non-hazardous.

• Do not connect or disconnect components unless power has 

been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.

• All wiring must comply with N.E.C. article 501-4(b).

For general recommendations concerning installation safety requirements and 

safety related work practices, refer to the requirements specific to your region.

• Europe: Reference the standards found in EN 60204 and your national 

regulations.

• United States: Refer to NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety Requirements for 

Employee Workplaces.

• Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2. • Do not replace components or disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous. • Do not connect or disconnect components unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous. • All wiring must comply with N.E.C. article 501-4(b).Required Tools • medium blade screwdriver • programming equipment • a 1747-PIC, 1784-KTX, or 1784-PCMK communication interfaces

1. Open the door of the processor.

2. Remove the jumper from the battery connector socket. Store the jumper in a 

safe place for possible future use without the battery.

3. Insert a new or replacement battery in the holder making sure it is held in by 

the retainer clips.

4. Plug the battery connector into the socket. See the figure below

Install the Processor into the Chassis

Never install, remove, or wire any module while power is applied. Also, do not expose processor modules to surfaces or other areas that may typically hold an electrostatic discharge. Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits or semiconductors if you touch backplane connector pins. If the equipment is not installed and used as described in the SLC 500 Modular Hardware Style User Manual, publication 1747-UM011, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Turn off power to the chassis where you will insert the processor. 2. Align the circuit board of the processor with the card guide of slot 0 in the 1746 chassis.

3. Gently slide the processor in until both the top and bottom retainer clips are 

secured.

4. Remove the protective wrap after installing the processor.

Apply Power to the Processor

To apply power to the processor:

1. Energize the chassis power supply.

2. Check the chassis power supply and processor LEDs. The power LED on the 

power supply should be on and the fault LED on the processor should be 

flashing

Load Your Software

Refer to the programming software documentation.

Establish Communications with the Processor

To establish communication with your processor:

1. Connect the 1747-PIC to the processor and your personal computer.

2. Set the communication parameters of the software to match the default 

parameters of the processor:

• DH-485

• 19.2K baud

• Node Address = 1

Troubleshoot the Processor

Refer to the Troubleshooting chapter in the SLC 500 Modular Hardware Style User 

Manual, publication 1747-UM011.

In addition refer to the SLC 500 Instruction Set Reference Manual, publication 

1747-RM001. This manual contains explanations and examples for the entire 

instruction set as well as for all status words and bits. It also contains explanations 

for all possible fault codes found in status word S:6.

attery Storage

Store the lithium batteries in a cool, dry environment, typically +20° C to +25° C 

(+68° F to +77° F) and 40% to 60% relative humidity.

Battery Transportation

One or Two Batteries

You can ship up to two batteries together within the United States without 

restriction. Regulations governing shipment to or within other countries may differ.

Three or More Batteries

Procedures for the transportation of three or more batteries shipped together within 

the United States are specified by the Department of Transportation (DOT) in the 

Code of Federal Regulations, CFR49, “Transportation.” An exemption to these 

regulations, DOT - E7052, covers the transport of certain hazardous materials 

classified as flammable solids. This exemption authorizes transport of lithium 

batteries by motor vehicle, rail freight, cargo vessel, and cargo-only aircraft, 

providing certain conditions are met. Transport by passenger aircraft is not 

permitted.

Shipment of depleted batteries for disposal may be subject to specific regulation of 

the countries involved or to regulations endorsed by those countries, such as the 

A Restricted Articles Regulations of the International Air Transport Association, 

Geneva, Switzerland.

For disposal, batteries must be packaged and shipped in accordance with 

transportation regulations, to a proper disposal site. The U.S. Department of 

Transportation authorizes shipment of “Lithium batteries for disposal” by motor 

vehicle only in regulation 173.1015 of CFR 49 (effective January 5, 1983). For 

additional information contact:

U.S. Department of Transportation

Research and Special Programs Administration

400 Seventh Street, S.W.

Washington, D.C. 20590

Although the Environmental Protection Agency at this time has no regulations 

specific to lithium batteries, the material contained may be considered toxic, 

reactive, or corrosive. The person disposing of the material is responsible for any 

hazard created in doing so. State and local regulations may exist regarding the 

disposal of these materials.

For a lithium battery material safety data sheet, contact the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT Regulations for transportation of lithium batteries are periodically 

revised.

ATTENTION Do not incinerate or dispose of lithium batteries in general trash 

collection. Explosion or violent rupture is possible. Batteries 

should be collected for disposal in a manner to prevent against 

short circuiting, compacting, or destruction of case integrity and 

hermetic seal.

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If you experience a problem with a hardware module within the first 24 hours of 

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