Introduction; Available Models; Caution; Included Items - Mitsubishi Electric FX3S Quick Start Manual

1. INTRODUCTION

This manual describes the part names, dimensions, mounting, cabling
and specifications for the product. Before use, read this manual
and manuals of relevant products fully to acquire proficiency in the
handling and operating the product. Make sure to learn all the product
information, safety information, and precautions. And, store this
manual in a safe place so that you can take it out and read it whenever
necessary. Always forward it to the end user.
Registration
Phillips is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company. The
company name and the product name to be described in this manual
are the registered trademarks or trademarks of each company.
Effective September 2014
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
© 2013 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

1.1 AVAILABLE MODELS

The main unit incorporates a CPU, memory, input and output terminals
and power supply.
FX3S– hh M R /ES
Series Name Incorporating power supply • CPU • memory • input/output
Total number of input
and output points
Main Unit
No. of Input/Output Points
Model
Total No. Input
Points Points
AC Power Supply Common to 24VDC Sink and Source Input
FX3S-10MR/ES 10 6
FX3S-14MR/ES 14 8
FX3S-20MR/ES 20 12
FX3S-30MR/ES 30 16
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
Output
Input Type Connection
Output
Type
Points
4
6
24 VDC Terminal
Relay
(sink/source) Block
8
14

1.2 CAUTION

Safety Precaution (Read these precautions before use.) This manual
classifies the safety precautions into two categories:
CAUTION.
DANGER Indicates that incorrect handling may cause
hazardous conditions, resulting in death or severe injury.
CAUTION
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause
hazardous conditions, resulting in medium or slight personal injury
or physical damage.
Depending on the circumstances, procedures indicated by
may also cause severe injury. It is important to follow all precautions for
personal safety.
DANGER: STARTUP AND MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
• Do not touch any terminal while the PLC's power is on. Doing so
may cause electric shock or malfunctions.
• Before cleaning or retightening terminals externally cut off all phases
of the power supply. Failure to do so may cause electric shock
• Before modifying or disrupting the program in operation or running
the PLC, carefully read through this manual and the associated
manuals and ensure the safety of the operation. An operation error
may damage the machinery or cause accidents.
CAUTION: STARTUP AND MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
• Do not disassemble or modify the PLC. Doing so may cause fire,
equipment failures, or malfunctions.
• Turn off the power to the PLC before connecting or disconnecting
any connection cable.
CAUTION: DISPOSAL PRECAUTIONS
Please contact a certified electronic waste disposal company for the
environmentally safe recycling and disposal of your device.
CAUTION: TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
• The PLC is a precision instrument. During transportation, avoid
impacts larger than those specified in this manual by using
dedicated packaging boxes and shock-absorbing palettes. Failure
to do so may cause failures in the PLC. After transportation, verify
operation of the PLC and check for damage of the mounting part,
etc.

1.3 INCLUDED ITEMS

Check if the following product and items are included in the package:
MAIN UNITS
FX3S-10MR/ES Product
FX3S-14MR/ES
Dust proof protection sheet
FX3S-20MR/ES
Manual [English version]
FX3S-30MR/ES
FX3S QUICK START MANUAL
DANGER
and
CAUTION
1 unit
1 sheet
1 manual
3