User Manual
Chapter 1
GFK-2843A
Jan 2020
For your safety
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Chapter 1:
For your safety
Purpose of this manual
The information in this document is designed to familiarize you with how the
IC220SDL963 safety module works, its operating and connection elements, and its
parameter settings. This information will enable you to use the module within a VersaSafe
system according to your requirements.
Validity of the user manual
This manual is only valid for the IC220SDL963 module in the version indicated on the inner
cover page.
1.1
General safety notes
WARNING
Depending on the application, incorrect handling of the safety module can pose serious
risks for the user
When working with the safety module within the VersaSafe system, please observe all the
safety notes included in this section.
Requirements
Knowledge of the following is required:
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The target system (e.g., PROFIBUS, PROFINET)
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The standard control system
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The VersaSafe system (see Appendix A)
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The components used in your application
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The VersaPoint product range
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Operation of the software tools used
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Safety regulations in the field of application
Qualified
personnel
In the context of the use of the VersaSafe system, the following
operations may only be carried out by qualified personnel:
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Planning
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Configuration of the safety logic and parameterization
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Installation, startup, servicing
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Maintenance, decommissioning
This user manual is therefore aimed at:
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Qualified personnel who plan and design safety equipment
for machines and systems and are familiar with regulations
governing occupational safety and accident prevention.
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Qualified personnel who install and operate safety
equipment in machines and systems.
