1 About This Document
1.1 Important . . . Read This Before Proceeding!
It is the responsibility of the machine designer, controls engineer, machine builder, and/or maintenance electrician to
apply and maintain this device in full compliance with all applicable regulations and standards. The device can provide the
required safeguarding function only if it is properly installed, properly operated, and properly maintained. This manual
attempts to provide complete installation, operation, and maintenance instruction. Reading the manual in its entirety is
highly recommended. Please direct any questions regarding the application or use of the device to Banner Engineering.
For more information regarding U.S. and international institutions that provide safeguarding application and safeguarding
device performance standards, see
WARNING: User Responsibility
The user is responsible to:
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Carefully read, understand, and follow the information in all documentation for this device.
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Perform a risk assessment of the specific machine guarding application. See ISO 12100 or ANSI
B11.0.
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Determine what safeguarding devices and methods are appropriate per the requirements
defined in ISO 13849-1, ANSI B11.19, and other appropriate standards.
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Create and confirm each configuration and then verify that the entire safeguarding system
(including input devices and output devices) is operational and working as intended.
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Periodically re-verify, as needed, that the entire safeguarding system is working as intended.
Failure to follow any of these responsibilities may potentially create a dangerous condition
that may lead to serious injury or death.
1.1.1 Use of Warnings and Cautions
This manual contains numerous WARNING and CAUTION statements:
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Warnings refer to potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may lead to serious injury or death.
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Cautions refer to potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, which may lead to minor or moderate
injury or potential damage to equipment. Cautions are also used to alert against unsafe practices.
These statements are intended to inform the machine designer and manufacturer, the end user, and maintenance
personnel, how to avoid misapplication and effectively apply the XS/SC26-2 Safety Controllers to meet the various
safeguarding application requirements. These individuals are responsible to read and abide by these statements.
1.2 EC Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
Banner Engineering Corp. herewith declares that the XS/SC26-2 Safety Controllers are in conformity with the
provisions of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) and all essential health and safety requirements have been met.
Representative in EU: Peter Mertens, Managing Director Banner Engineering Europe. Address: Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F,
1831 Diegem, Belgium.
TÜV/CE approvals pending.
1.3 Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty
Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year following the date of shipment. Banner Engineering Corp.
will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the time it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty
period. This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or the improper application or installation of the Banner product.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND WHETHER ARISING UNDER COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE
OF DEALING OR TRADE USAGE.
This Warranty is exclusive and limited to repair or, at the discretion of Banner Engineering Corp., replacement. IN NO EVENT SHALL BANNER ENGINEERING CORP. BE
LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY EXTRA COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT OR FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, WHETHER
ARISING IN CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, STATUTE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.
Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of the product without assuming any obligations or liabilities relating to any product
previously manufactured by Banner Engineering Corp.
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