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2 Safety
2.1 Overview
Our devices are designed and built with the latest technology and comply with all
recognized safety rules and standards. Nevertheless, there are potential hazards
that may arise during their use. In this chapter:
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We provide information regarding the residual risks and hazards posed by
our devices when they are used as intended.
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We warn you about foreseeable misuse of our devices.
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We point out that it is necessary to exercise due care and caution and go
over measures designed to minimize risk.
2.2 For your own safety
NOTE
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When installing and commissioning your device, you must
observe the documentation for the relevant device family!
Our devices are designed to be fast and easy to operate. For your own safety and to
ensure reliable operation of your machine, take note of the following:
Step Action
1.
Precautions to avoid injury and damage to property
Ensure there is no possibility of bodily injury or damage to the machine
when testing and commissioning the device. To this end, make sure to
observe Section "Safety information and warnings" on page 15 as well.
2.3 Safety information and warnings
Our devices may pose certain hazards. Accordingly, you must observe the following
safety information and warnings.
WARNING! Risk of injury posed by uncontrolled rotation!
Improper conduct can lead to serious injury or death.
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Before commissioning motors with a feather key at the
shaft end, the key must be secured to prevent it from
being ejected if this is not already prevented by drive
elements such as pulleys, couplings, etc.
CAUTION! Your system/motor may be damaged if put into operation in
an uncontrolled or inappropriate manner.
Improper conduct can cause damage to your system /
machine.
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Before the “Start” step, make absolutely sure that a valid
setpoint has been entered, as the configured setpoint
will be immediately transmitted to the motor after the
motor control function starts, which may result in the
motor accelerating unexpectedly.
MOOG
ID No.: CB40859-001 Date: 02/2018
MSD Servo Drive - Device Help
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2 Safety