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10. Maintenance, repair and disposal
Observe the following instructions:
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Do not open the device as it does not contain any components which can be maintained by the user.
The device must only be repaired by the manufacturer.
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Dispose of the sensor in accordance with the national environmental regulations.
10.1 Clean
Observe the following instructions before cleaning the sensor:
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Use clean and lint-free cloth.
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Use glass cleaner as cleaning agent.
If the instructions are not observed, scratches on the lens window may cause measurement errors.
10.2 Update firmware
With the software ifm Vision Assistant the firmware of the sensor can be updated.
Parameters saved in the sensor get lost by the firmware update. Create a backup copy of the
parameters before updating the firmware:
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Before updating the firmware export parameters.
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Import parameters after updating the firmware.
Firmware updates are available on our website:
www.ifm.com
10.3 Replace device
The parameters are lost when a device is replaced. Create a backup copy of the parameters before
replacing the device:
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Export the parameters of the old device before replacement.
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Import the parameters into the new device after replacement.
With the export and import of parameters several devices can be quickly provided with the same
parameters.
11. Approvals/standards
The EU declaration of conformity is available at:
www.ifm.com
