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Safety information
2.1
General safety notes
This chapter contains general safety information about the safety controller.
Further safety information is provided in the respective chapters to cover the specific
situations in which the product may be used.
DANGER
If the device is not integrated in the way intended by the manufacturer, the protective
function of the device can be impaired. The dangerous state may be ended too late.
b
Plan the integration of the safety component in accordance with the machine
requirements,
see "Project planning", page 17
.
2.2
Intended use
The Flexi Compact safety controller is a freely configurable control for safety applica‐
tions. Sensors and switching elements (e.g. light curtains, laser scanners, switches,
sensors, encoders, emergency stop pushbuttons) are connected to the safety controller
and are linked logically. The corresponding actuators of the machines or systems can
be switched off safely via the switching outputs of the safety controller.
Incorrect use, improper modification or manipulation of the module will invalidate any
warranty from SICK; in addition, any responsibility and liability of SICK AG for damage
and secondary damage caused by this is excluded.
The safety controller system is only suitable for use in industrial environments.
2.3
Improper use
Among others, the safety controller is not suitable for the following applications:
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Outdoors
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Underwater
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In explosion-hazardous areas
•
In residential areas
2.4
Requirements for the qualification of personnel
The protective device must be configured, installed, connected, commissioned, and
serviced by qualified safety personnel only.
Project planning
For project planning, a person is considered competent when he/she has expertise and
experience in the selection and use of protective devices on machines and is familiar
with the relevant technical rules and national work safety regulations.
Mechanical mounting, electrical installation, and commissioning
For the task, a person is considered qualified when he/she has the expertise and
experience in the relevant field and is sufficiently familiar with the application of the
protective device on the machine to be able to assess whether it is in an operationally
safe state.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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