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2 Safety regulations
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ESR5-BWS-31-24VDC
11/23 MN049020EN Eaton.com
2 Safety regulations
2.1 Basics
WARNING
WARNING
The device has been designed according to the state of the art and all gener-
ally accepted safety rules and standards. However, this alone cannot elimi-
nate all potential hazards, which is why it is necessary for you to be aware of
all hazards and residual risks.
Do not run the device unless it is in perfect technical condition. Make sure to
always operate it as specified in this document and for the intended purpose.
WARNING
Danger due to electric voltage!
Disregarding safety regulations may result in death, serious per-
sonal injury or damage to equipment!
Depending on the specific application in question, the improper
use of the device may pose serious hazards to the user or result
in serious property damage.
Please observe all safety standards, regulations, and instruc-
tions regarding electrical equipment, as well as those estab-
lished by the applicable employers' liability insurance associa-
tion!
Danger posed by the machine restarting automatically!
When dealing with controlled emergency (category 1) stop
applications, make sure that the higher-level control system will
not cause the machine to restart automatically!
Do not remove any protective covers from electrical switchgear
during operation!
Danger posed by faulty devices!
After a fault , the devices may be damaged, in which case
proper operation can no longer be guaranteed!
Turn off the device without fail after the first fault!
Repairs to the device, especially those involving opening the
housing, must be carried out exclusively by the manufacturer or
by a person authorized by the manufacturer to do so. Failure to
observe this requirement will void any and all warranties!