SS3L / SS3R Series
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1-1 Safety Instructions
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage.
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of
“Caution,” “Warning”
or
“Danger
.
”
They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to
International Standards (IEC)
Note 1)
, and other safety regulations.
Note 1) IEC 60079-0 : 2007 EN 60079-0 : 2009 EN 13463-1 : 2009
IEC 60079-1 : 2007 EN 60079-1 : 2007 EN 13463-5 : 2010
Caution
Caution
indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
Warning
Warning
indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Danger
Danger
indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Warning
1. The compatibility of the product is the responsibility of the person who designs the equipment or
decides its specifications.
Since the product specified here is used under various operating conditions, its compatibility with
specific equipment must be decided by the person who designs the equipment or decides its
specifications based on necessary analysis and test results. The expected performance and safety
assurance of the equipment will be the responsibility of the person who has determined its
compatibility with the product. This person should also continuously review all specifications of the
product referring to its latest catalogue information, with a view to giving due consideration to any
possibility of equipment failure when configuring the equipment.
2. Only personnel with appropriate training should operate machinery and equipment. The product
specified here may become unsafe if handled incorrectly.
The assembly, operation and maintenance of machines or equipment including our products must be
performed by an operator who is appropriately trained and experienced.
3. Do not service or attempt to remove product and machinery/equipment until safety is confirmed.
1. The inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after measures
to prevent falling or runaway of the driven objects have been confirmed.
2. When the product is to be removed, confirm that the safety measures as mentioned above are
implemented and the power from any appropriate source is cut, and read and understand the specific
product precautions of all relevant products carefully.
3. Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent unexpected operation and
malfunction.
4. Contact POWER-GENEX beforehand and take special consideration of safety measures if the
product is to be used in any of the following conditions.
1. Conditions and environments outside of the given specifications, or use outdoors or in a place
exposed to direct sunlight.
2. Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railways, air navigation, space, shipping,
vehicles, military, medical treatment, combustion and recreation, or equipment in contact with food and
beverages, emergency stop circuits, clutch and brake circuits in press applications, safety equipment or
other applications unsuitable for the standard specifications described in the product catalogue.
3. An application which could have negative effects on people, property, or animals requiring special
safety analysis.
4. Use in an interlock circuit, which requires the provision of double interlock for possible failure by
using a mechanical protective function, and periodical checks to confirm proper operation.
4. Do not open when an explosive gas and dust atmosphere may be present.
