SICK GL6L Series, Operating Instruction

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LED indicator/fault pattern Cause Measures
reflector. / Clean the optical
surfaces (sensor and reflec‐
tor) / If the potentiometer is
set to the max. sensitivity:
Reduce the distance between
the sensor and the reflector,
and check the reflector type /
Reflector is not suitable for
the application in question
(we recommend only using
SICK reflectors) / Check sens‐
ing range and adjust if neces‐
sary / Distance between the
sensor and the reflector is too
long
Signal interruptions when
object is detected Depolarizing property of the
object surface (e.g., tape),
reflection Reduce sensitivity or change
the position of the sensor
9 Disassembly and disposal
The sensor must be disposed of according to the applicable country-specific regula‐
tions. Efforts should be made during the disposal process to recycle the constituent
materials (particularly precious metals).
NOTE
Disposal of batteries, electric and electronic devices
• According to international directives, batteries, accumulators and electrical or
electronic devices must not be disposed of in general waste.
• The owner is obliged by law to return this devices at the end of their life to the
respective public collection points.
•
WEEE: This symbol on the product, its package or in this document,
indicates that a product is subject to these regulations.
10 Maintenance
SICK sensors are maintenance-free.
We recommend doing the following regularly:
• Clean the external lens surfaces
• Check the screw connections and plug-in connections
No modifications may be made to devices.
Subject to change without notice. Specified product properties and technical data are
not written guarantees.
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DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL
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Subject to change without notice