Type 4 Safety Light Curtain
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1. General
1.1 Information Concerning these Instructions
• These instructions are valid for the following products: SEMG4xx: Safety Light Curtain sales set consisting
of emitter and receiver, SEMG5xx: Safety Light Curtain emitter, SEMG6xx: Safety Light Curtain receiver.
• They make it possible to use the product safely and efficiently.
• These instructions are an integral part of the product and must be kept on hand for the entire duration of its
service life.
• Local accident prevention regulations and national work safety regulations must be complied with as well.
NOTE:
The operating instructions must be read carefully before using the product and must be kept
on hand for later reference.
1.2 Explanations of Symbols
• Safety precautions and warnings are emphasized by means of symbols and attention-getting words.
• Safe use of the product is only possible if these safety precautions and warnings are adhered to.
The safety precautions and warnings are laid out in accordance with the following principle:
ATTENTION-GETTING WORD!
Type and Source of Danger!
Possible consequences in the event that the hazard is disregarded.
• Measures for averting the hazard.
The meanings of the attention-getting words, as well as the scope of the associated hazards, are listed
below:
DANGER!
This word indicates a hazard with a high degree of risk which, if not avoided, results in death
or severe injury.
WARNING!
This word indicates a hazard with a medium degree of risk which, if not avoided, may result
in death or severe injury.
CAUTION!
This word indicates a hazard with a low degree of risk which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
ATTENTION:
This word draws attention to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
NOTE!
A note draws attention to useful tips and suggestions, as well as information regarding
efficient, error-free use.
