FM Approvals has been made aware by Siemens AG of a potential safety related hazard caused by a manufacturing defect in the SIMATIC ET 200SP 4x 120..230VAC ST (6ES7131-6FD01-0BB1) Digital Input Module.

Company Identity: Siemens AG – DI FA

Address:  Gleiwitzer Strasse 555, D-90475 Nuremberg, Germany

Contact Information:  Sebastian.nickel@siemens.com, Tel. +49 (911) 895-7133

Product Identity: SIMATIC ET 200SP 4x 120..230VAC ST

Description: Digital Input Module for the ET 200SP System

Make/Model: 6ES7131-6FD01-0BB1

FM Approval Status: FM Approved for Hazardous Locations (US & Canada)

USA: FM16US0053X
Canada: FM16CA0029X

Hazard Involved:  The product in question is a Digital Input Module intended to provide isolation between hazardous live and non-hazardous live voltages. It has been determined that due to a manufacturing defect, the required isolation may not be provided, leading to a potentially lethal risk of electric shock and/or a risk of equipment damage.

If you suspect you are in possession of the referenced Digital Input Modules bearing the FM Approvals certification marking, please follow the process indicated in the attached Siemens AG – DI FA product safety bulletin.