Operating Instructions
Non-Contact Safety Switch CES-I-AS2A-C04
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(Translation of the original operating instructions) 2120544-07-07/20
3. Description of the safety function
Devices from this series feature the following safety functions:
Monitoring of the guard position
(interlocking device according to EN ISO 14119)
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Safety function:
When the guard is open, no valid code sequence is sent (see chapter
6.2. Switching states on page 7
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Safety characteristics: category, Performance Level, PFH
D
(see chapter
).
4. Exclusion of liability and warranty
In case of failure to comply with the conditions for correct use stated above, or if the safety regulations are not followed,
or if any servicing is not performed as required, liability will be excluded and the warranty void.
5. General safety precautions
Safety switches fulfill personnel protection functions. Incorrect installation or tampering can lead to fatal injuries to personnel.
Check the safe function of the safeguard particularly
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after any setup work
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after the replacement of a system component
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after an extended period without use
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after every fault
Independent of these checks, the safe function of the safeguard should be checked at suitable intervals as part of the
maintenance schedule.
WARNING
Danger to life due to improper installation or due to bypassing (tampering). Safety components fulfill
a personnel protection function.
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Safety components must not be bypassed, turned away, removed or otherwise rendered ineffec-
tive. On this topic pay attention in particular to the measures for reducing the possibility of bypass-
ing according to EN ISO 14119:2013, section 7.
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The switching operation must be triggered only by actuators designated for this purpose.
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Mounting, electrical connection and setup only by authorized personnel possessing the following
knowledge:
-specialist knowledge in handling safety components
-knowledge about the applicable EMC regulations
-knowledge about the applicable regulations on operational safety and accident prevention
Important!
Prior to use, read the operating instructions and keep these in a safe place. Ensure the operating
instructions are always available during mounting, setup and servicing. For this reason you should
archive a printed copy of the operating instructions. You can download the operating instructions from
www.euchner.com.
