1Cartridge Base module:

FC6A Series
Cartridge Base moduleThis sheet provides brief operating instructions of the MICROSmart programmablecontroller. For details, see the FC6A Series MICROSmart User’s Manual.

Safety Precautions
Special expertise is required to use the MICROSmart.
● Read this instruction sheet and the user's manual to make sure of correct operation
before starting installation, wiring, operation, maintenance, and inspection of theMICROSmart. Keep this instruction sheet where it can be accessed by the end user.
● All MICROSmart modules are manufactured under IDEC's rigorous quality controlsystem, but users must add backup or failsafe provisions to control systems use theMICROSmart in applications where heavy damage or personal injury may be caused
if the MICROSmart should fail.
● Install the MICROSmart according to the instructions described in this instruction
sheet and the user's manual. Improper installation will result in falling, failure, ormalfunction of the MICROSmart.
● Make sure that the operating conditions are as described in the user’s manual.
If you are uncertain about the specifications, contact IDEC before using the MICROSmart.
● In this instruction sheet, safety precautions are categorized in order of importancefrom Warning and Caution:

Warning notices are used to emphasize that improper operation may cause severe
personal injury or death.

1. Peel off the protection sticker applied to the communication on the Plus CPU module.

FC6A-HPH1

Applicable model
FC6A Series MICROSmart Plus CPU module2

For details about mounting and removing modules, see the user’s manual.

Specification

Parts Description

The Cartridge Base module allows up to two cartridges to be connected when a Plus
CPU module is attached to communication connector 2.
An HMI module can also be connected to communication connector 1.
One Cartridge Base module can be connected to one Plus CPU module.
Please note that the All-in-one CPU module is not compatible with the Cartridge Basemodule.

(2) put the groove of themodule on the DIN Rail.
35-mm-wide DIN Rail35-mm-wide DIN Rail

(1) Pull out the DIN Rail Hook

Plus CPU module(3) Press the modules
towards the DIN rail (4) Push in theDIN Rail Hook

3. Confirm that the Cartridge Base module eject button is depressed and push theCartridge Base module until it checks while taking care with the position of thecommunication connector.
If eject button is not depressed, push in the eject button until it clicks after theCartridge Base module has been pushed onto the Plus CPU module.

[ Direct Mounting on Panel Surface ]Pull out the DIN Rail hook on the back of the module and insert the direct mounting
hook (FC6A-PSP2PN05) into the slot. Attach the module to the mounting plate using
the screw holes.
Attach the module to the mounting plate using M4 tapping screws, as shown below, ormake 5 to 6mm mounting holes and secure the module using M4 pan head screws.
Always give sufficient consideration to operability, ease-of-maintenance, andenvironmental resistance when deciding on the mounting position.

Communication connector

Direct Mounting Hook
(FC6A-PSP2PN05)

2. Line up the Cartridge Base module alongside the Plus CPU module.

Screw Hole

Cartridge Base module Plus CPU module
DIN Rail Hook

Eject Button

HMI module

43.5

Caution notices are used where inattention might cause personal injury or damage toequipment.

Turn off the power to the MICROSmart before starting installation, removal, wiring,maintenance, or inspection on the MICROSmart. Failure to turn off the power may
cause damage, electrical shocks or fire hazard. .
● Emergency stop and interlocking circuits must be configured outside the MICROSmart.
If such a circuit is configured inside the MICROSmart, failure of the MICROSmart may
cause disorder of the control system, damage, or accidents.
● SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS 1, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A,B,C AND D
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS, OR NONHAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY.
● Cet appareil convient uniquement à ľemploi dans des zones dangereuses de classe 1,
groupes A,B,C et D; ou dans des zones non dangereuses.
● WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT WHILETHE CIRCUIT IS LIVE OR UNLESS THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE FREE OF
IGNITABLE CONCENTRATIONS.
● Avertissement: risque d'explosion. Ne pas débrancher ľappareil tant que le circuit est
sous tension, ou à moins ďêtre certain que lieu ďutilisation soit exempt deconcentrations inflammables.
● THIS EQUIOMENT IS AN OPEN -TYPE DEVICE MEANT TO BE INSTALLED IN AN
ENCLOSURE SUITABLE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT THAT IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE
WIHT THE USE OF A TOOL OR KEY.
● Cet appareil doit être installé dans un boîtier qui est adapté à ľenvironnementďutilisation et uniquement accessible avec un outil ďouverture ou une clé.

Mounting Modules[ Mounting on DIN Rail ]Use a 35-mm-wide DIN Rail and BNL6 mounting hooks to secure the modules.

Communication connector Sticker

Operating Temperature: -10 to +55°C (no freezing)
Storage Temperature: -25 to +70°C (no freezing)
Relative/Storage Humidity: 10 to 95%RH (no condensation),Altitude or Air Pressure: 1,013 to 795hPa (0 to 2,000 m) during operation
1,013 to 701hPa (0 to 3,000 m) during transport,
Vibration Resistance: 5 to 8.4 Hz half amplitude 3.5 mm, 8.4 to 150 Hz,acceleration 9.8 m/s2 (1 G), X, Y, Z directions, 2 hours,
Shock Resistance: 147 m/s2 (15 G), 11 ms, X, Y, Z, 3 axes, 6 directions, 3 times each
Installation Location: Inside cabinet (indoor use)
Temperature Code: T4
Maximum Surrounding Air Temperature: 55°C
*See the user’s manual for more details on the product specifications.

36Connecting Modules

27.0±0.2

When an HMI module is not connected next, don’t peel off the protection sticker.

5●Connecting Cartridges

1. Insert a flathead screwdriver into each of the screwdriver slots (two locations) on theCartridge Base module and remove the dummy cartridge straight off the HMI module
by pushing in the dummy cartridge tabs.
(3) Communication Connector 1

100.0±0.2

INSTRUCTION SHEET

4TYPE

93.090.0

B-1987(3)(4) Communication Connector 2
All dimensions in mm.

4.52-ø
Dummy Cartridge

Dummy Cartridge●●(1) Cartridge Slot 1Use copper conductor only.
For UL/cUL, Horizontal mounting only.

7(2) Cartridge Slot 2

Dimensions
43.5(6) Communication Connector
Protection Sticker

7.3

73.0

Screwdriver Socker

2. Take care with the vertical orientation of thecartridge and filmly push the carteidgeconnector onto cartridge slot 1 on the Cartridge Base module.

●(5) Dummy Cartridge(1) Cartridge Slot 1
Connect to Cartridge.
(2) Cartridge Slot 2
Connect to Cartridge.
(3) Communication Connector 1
Connect to HMI module.
(4) Communication Connector 2Connect to Plus CPU module.
(5) Dummy Cartridge
Remove the Dummy Cartridge when using the cartridge.
(6) Communication Connector Protection Sticker
This Sticker when the HMI module is removed.

Cartridge Slot 1

5.0

The MICROSmart is designed for installation in equipment.
Do not install the MICROSmart outside of equipment.
● Install the MICROSmart in environments as described in the user's manual.
If the MICROSmart is used in places where it is subjected to high-temperature,high-humidity, condensation, corrosive gases, excessive vibrations, or excessiv
shocks itwill result in electrical shocks, fire hazard, or malfunction.
● The environment rating for using the MICROSmart is “Pollution degree 2.”● Prevent metal fragments and pieces of wire from dropping inside the MICROSmarthousing.
Ingress of such fragments and chips may cause fire hazard, damage, or malfunction.
● Do not disassemble, repair, or modify MICROSmart modules.

93.0
90.0

4.0

8
●Cartridge

All dimensions in mm.

Precaution for Disposal

Dispose of the FC6A Series MICROSmart as an industrial waste.

MICROSmart User’s manual can be downloaded from http://www.idec.com/FC6Amanuals

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