Festo CP Factory, Original Operating Instructions

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Fundamental safety instructions
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4 Basic safety instructions
4.1 General information
CAUTION
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Trainees must be supervised by an instructor at all times when working with the
components and systems.
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Observe the specifications included in the technical data for the individual
components, and in particular all the safety instructions!
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Wear your personal protective equipment (safety goggles, safety shoes).
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Never leave objects lying on the top of protective enclosures. Vibrations could
cause such objects to fall off.
4.2 Mechanical components
WARNING
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Switch off the power supply!
– Switch off both the operating power and the control power before commencing
work on the circuit.
– Never reach into the setup unless it is at a complete standstill.
– Be aware of potential overtravel times for the actuators.
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Risk of injury during troubleshooting!
– Use a tool such as a screwdriver for actuating sensors.
CAUTION
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Risk of burns due to hot surfaces
– Devices can reach high temperatures during operation, as a result of which they
can cause burns if touched.
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Measures to take when maintenance is required.
– Allow the device to cool off before commencing work.
– Use suitable personal protective clothing, e.g. safety safety gloves.