Safety instructions
Assembly Instructions EN
PG12 I PG16 I PG20
Edition 08/2020
Rev. 2.0
13–48
2.8 General hazards / residual risks
Despite the safe design of the precision gripper and the technical protective
measures taken, there still remain residual risks that cannot be avoided and
which present a non-obvious residual risk when operating the precision gripper.
Observe the safety instructions in this chapter and in the other sections of this
manual to avoid damage to property and dangerous situations for the personnel.
2.8.1 General hazards at the workplace
The precision grippers have been built according to the state-of-the-art and the
applicable health and safety requirements. Nevertheless, improper use of the
precision grippers may cause the following hazards to the personnel:
danger to life and limb of the operator or third parties,
on the precision grippers themselves,
property damage.
Always keep the assembly instructions ready at hand at the workplace!
Please, also observe:
the general and local regulations on accident prevention and environmental
protection.
Observe the safety information sheet for the precision grippers.
WARNING
Danger - Do not use in unsuitable environment!
The precision grippers are designed for use in
non-
explosive atmospheres.
Do
not
use the precision gripper in potentially explosive atmospheres!
CAUTION
Risk of injuries due to uncontrolled parts movements!
When connecting the precision gripper to the control unit or when operating
the precision gripper sudden, unexpected movements may occur which can
cause personal injury or property damage.
Only qualified personnel may work with or on the precision gripper.
Read the assembly instructions carefully before carrying out any work on
or with the precision gripper.