
Manual EKS Electronic-Key Adapter USB
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Subject to technical modifications
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2 Safety precautions
Warning!
The EKS Electronic-Key adapter is not a safety component in the context of the Machinery Directive.
Without additional precautions, the EKS Electronic-Key adapter must not be used to provide a safety
function, particularly if failure or malfunction of the device could endanger the safety or health of
persons in the operating area of a machine. On this topic, pay particular attention to the sections
Correct use
(see chapter 1.4) and
Electrical connection
(see chapter 6).
Warning!
Mounting and electrical connection are allowed to be performed only by authorized personnel who are
familiar with the applicable regulations on accident prevention and have read and understood this
manual.
Furthermore, mounting and electrical connection of the version EKS
FSA
must be performed only by
personnel familiar with handling safety components.
Caution!
Modifications to the electronics of the Electronic-Key adapter and any other changes, especially
mechanical modifications and reworking, are not permissible and will result in the loss of the warranty.