4. Use/Operators
4.1 Intended use
The electric cylinder is to be used exclusively for the adjustment of guided components or other
movement applications of a similar nature.
The electric cylinder may not be used in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or in direct
contact with foodstuffs, pharmaceutical or cosmetic products.
Catalogue information, the contents of these assembly instructions and/or conditions determined in
the order are to be taken into account.
The values given in these assembly instructions are maximum values and must not be exceeded.
4.2 Improper use
“Improper
use”
means that the information given in section
Intended use
is not being observed. In the
event of improper use, incorrect operation and if this electric cylinder is used, installed or operated
by untrained personnel, this electric cylinder may pose risks for the personnel.
Moving persons with this electric cylinder, for example, is an example of improper use and is
forbidden.
In event of improper use, Phoenix Mecano Komponenten AG is no longer liable for this electric
cylinder and its general operating licence will expire.
4.2.1 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
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Overloading the appliance by exceeding the weight or duty cycle Use in
areas outside the specified IP protection class.
Use in an environment with high air humidity > dewpoint
Use in rooms with a potentially explosive atmosphere as defined in the ATEX directive
Use with damaged feed lines or housing
Use when the electric cylinder is not sufficiently fixed.
Moving up to the stop.
Use when the push rod inside is rotated Use
outdoors
Use with damaged feed lines or housing
Use when forces or torque act laterally
4.3 Who may use, install and operate this electric cylinder
Persons who have read and understood all of these assembly instructions are permitted to use the
electric cylinder, install it and operate it. The responsibilities for dealing with this electric cylinder must
be clearly defined and adhered to.
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