Safety
Leuze electronic
BPS 307i
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Safety
This sensor was developed, manufactured and tested in line with the applicable safety standards. It corre
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sponds to the state of the art.
2.1
Intended use
The device is an optical measuring system which uses visible red laser light to determine its position rela
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tive to a permanently mounted bar code tape.
All accuracy details for the BPS 300 measurement system refer to the position relative to the permanently
mounted bar code tape.
Areas of application
The BPS is designed for positioning in the following areas of application:
• Telpher line
• Travel and lifting axes of high-bay storage devices
• Repositioning units
• Gantry crane bridges and their trolleys
• Elevators
2.2
Foreseeable misuse
Any use other than that defined under “Intended use” or which goes beyond that use is considered
improper use.
In particular, use of the device is not permitted in the following cases:
• in rooms with explosive atmospheres
• for medical purposes
• as own safety component in accordance with the machinery directive
CAUTION
Observe intended use!
Only operate the device in accordance with its intended use.
The protection of personnel and the device cannot be guaranteed if the device is operated in a manner
not complying with its intended use.
Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG is not liable for damages caused by improper use.
Read the operating instructions before commissioning the device.
Knowledge of the operating instructions is an element of proper use.
NOTICE
Comply with conditions and regulations!
Observe the locally applicable legal regulations and the rules of the employer's liability insurance asso
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ciation.
Use as safety-related component within the safety function is possible, if the component combi
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nation is designed correspondingly by the machine manufacturer.
NOTICE
Do not modify or otherwise interfere with the device!
Do not carry out modifications or otherwise interfere with the device.
The device must not be tampered with and must not be changed in any way.
The device must not be opened. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Repairs must only be performed by Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG.