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Temposonics
®
GB-Series SSI
Operation Manual
2.3 Installation, commissioning and operation
The position sensors must be used only in technically safe condition.
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, installation,
connection and service, work should only be performed by qualified
technical personnel.
If danger of injury to persons or of damage to operating equipment is
caused by sensor failure or malfunction, additional safety measures
such as plausibility checks, limit switches, EMERGENCY STOP sys
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tems, protective devices etc. are required. In the event of trouble, shut
down the sensor and protect it against accidental operation.
Safety instructions for commissioning
To maintain the sensor's operability, it is mandatory to follow the
instructions given below.
1. Protect the sensor against mechanical damage during installation
and operation.
2. Do not open or dismantle the sensor.
3. Connect the sensor very carefully and pay attention to the polarity
of connections and power supply.
4. Use only approved power supplies.
5.
It is indispensable to ensure that the specified permissible limit
values of the sensor for operating voltage, environmental condi-
tions, etc. are met.
6. Check the function of the sensor regularly and provide documenta-
tion of the checks.
7.
Before applying power, ensure that nobody’s safety is jeopardized
by starting machines.
2.4 Safety instructions for use in explosion-hazardous areas
The sensor is not suitable for operation in explosion-hazardous areas.
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See also applicable MTS Sensors terms of sales and delivery on
www.mtssensors.com
2.5 Warranty
MTS Sensors grants a warranty period for the Temposonics
®
posi-
tion sensors and supplied accessories relating to material defects and
faults that occur despite correct use in accordance with the intended
application
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. The MTS Sensors obligation is limited to repair or re-
placement of any defective part of the unit. No warranty can be provid
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ed for defects that are due to improper use or above average stress of
the product, as well as for wear parts.
Under no circumstances will MTS Sensors accept liability in the event
of offense against the warranty rules, no matter if these have been as-
sured or expected, even in case of fault or negligence of the company.
MTS Sensors explicitly excludes any further warranties.
Neither the company’s representatives, agents, dealers nor employees
are authorized to increase or change the scope of warranty.
2.6 Return
For diagnostic purposes, the sensor can be returned to MTS Sensors
or a repair facility explicitly authorized by MTS Sensors
. Any shipment
cost is the responsibility of the sender
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. For a corresponding form,