Festo CPX-CMAX-C1-1, Mounting, Installation And Diagnostics

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Contents and general safety instructions
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Festo P.BE−CPX−CMA X−SYS−EN en 0908NH
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The holding brakes controlled by the drive controller are
not appropriate for personal protection by themselves.
Lock vertical axes additionally to keep them from falling
down or sinking when the compressed air and load volt
age are switched off, e.g. by means of:
mechanical locking of the vertical axis
external braking/safety catch/clamping device
sufficient counterbalance of the axis.
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If used in safety applications, additional measures are
necessary, e.g. in Europe the standards listed under the
EU machine guidelines must be observed. Without addi
tional measures in accordance with statutory minimum
requirements, the product is not suitable for use in
safety−related sections of control systems.
Protection from pressurised tubing
Caution
Danger of injury through inappropriate handling of pres
surised tubing!
Uncontrolled movements of the connected actuators and
uncontrolled movements of loose tubing can cause injury
to human beings or damage to property.
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Do not connect, disconnect or open pressurised lines.
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The lines must always be exhausted before removal
(release compressed air).
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Use suitable protective equipment (e.g. safety goggles,
safety shoes, etc.).