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Safety information
2.1
Intended use
The RFH5xx RFID read/write devices (HF) are intelligent ID sensors from the RFH
product family. Version (working range): Short Range.
As compact read/write devices, the housing contains an integrated antenna as well as
an IO-Link interface. The stationary device automatically processes all common passive
ISO/IEC 15693-compatible transponders on moving or stationary objects with carrier
frequency 13.56 MHz.
The devices are used in a control system with coordinating PLC. To do so, the device is
integrated into the fieldbus system of the control system with the help of a respective
IO-Link master.
The PLC controls the read and write tasks of the devices using the process data.
The various device variants of the RFH5xx offer different working ranges, housing
shapes and mounting options.
The devices allow operation within a wide ambient temperature range.
The devices are primarily designed for use in industrial and logistics areas, and they
meet the requirements for industrial durability, interfaces and data processing when
operated properly.
Approvals and country-specific operating conditions
NOTE
The devices are certified in individual countries or in groups of countries (region, e.g.
Europe). The devices may be subject to country-specific operating conditions, see
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Technical Information RFH5xx Regulatory Compliance (part number 8025651)
A printed version of the document is included with the device.
When operating the device in other countries without approval, no interference
from other frequency ranges can occur thanks to the globally-harmonized frequency
(13.56 MHz). However, use in countries without approval is still forbidden.
Observe the following when operating the device:
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Only use the device in countries in which it has been approved.
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For country-specific operation conditions of the device, observe the specifications
in the Technical Information RFH5xx Regulatory Compliance.
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When reselling the device, inform the buyer about the country-specific operating
conditions.
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If the device is passed on to a third party, also hand over the operating instruc‐
tions and the Technical Information RFH5xx Regulatory Compliance.
SICK AG assumes no liability for losses or damage arising from the use of the product,
either directly or indirectly. This applies in particular to use of the product that does not
conform to its intended purpose and is not described in this documentation.
2.1.1
Conditions for specified enclosure rating
To ensure compliance with the specified IP67 or IP68 enclosure rating of the device
variants, the following requirements must be met.
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The head of the IO-Link is attached to the electrical M12 connecting cable and
tightly fastened.
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