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Project planning
This chapter includes important information about the proper integration of the safety
light curtain in machines for planners, developers and designers.
4.1
Manufacturer of the machine
DANGER
Hazard due to lack of effectiveness of the protective device
Persons and parts of the body to be protected may not be recognized in case of non-
observance.
b
Conduct a risk assessment and check whether additional protective measures are
required.
b
Comply with the applicable national regulations derived from the application (e.g.,
work safety regulations, safety rules, or other relevant safety guidelines).
b
Do not combine the components of the safety light curtain with components from
other safety light curtains.
b
Apart from for the procedures described in this document, the components of the
safety light curtain must not be opened.
b
The components of the safety light curtain must not be tampered with or changed.
b
Do not carry out any repairs on the device components. Improper repair of the pro‐
tective device can lead to a loss of the protective function.
4.2
Operator of the machine
DANGER
Hazard due to lack of effectiveness of the protective device
Persons and parts of the body to be protected may not be recognized in case of non-
observance.
b
Changes to the electrical integration of the safety light curtain in the machine con‐
trol and changes to the mechanical installation of the safety light curtain require
another risk assessment. The results of this risk assessment may require the
operator of the machine to meet the obligations of a manufacturer.
b
Apart from the procedures described in this document, the components of the
safety light curtain must not be opened.
b
The components of the safety light curtain must not be tampered with or changed.
b
Do not carry out any repairs on the device components. Improper repair of the pro‐
tective device can lead to a loss of the protective function.
4.3
Design
Overview
This chapter contains important information about the design.
PROJECT PLANNING
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