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Reference Manual
00809-0100-4075, Rev CA
Section 6: Troubleshooting
March 2014
Troubleshooting
Section 6 Troubleshooting
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 37
Troubleshooting recommended actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 38
6.1 Overview
Table 6-1 on page 38 provides summarized maintenance and troubleshooting suggestions for
the most common operating problems.
If you suspect malfunction despite the absence of any diagnostic messages on the Field
Communicator display, follow the procedures described here to verify that transmitter
hardware and process connections are in good working order. Always deal with the most likely
checkpoints first.
6.1.1 Warnings
Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury.
 Only qualified personnel should perform the installation.
Explosions could result in death or serious injury.
 Before connecting a Field Communicator in an explosive atmosphere, make sure that
the instruments are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive
field wiring practices.
 Verify that the operating atmosphere of the transmitter is consistent with the
appropriate hazardous locations certifications.
Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury.
 Use extreme caution when making contact with the leads and terminals.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 20 cm
from all persons.