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Safety information
2.1
General safety notes
This chapter contains general safety information about the safety switch.
Further safety information is provided in the respective chapters to cover the specific
situations in which the product may be used.
DANGER
Hazard due to lack of effectiveness of the protective device
In the case of non-compliance, it is possible that the dangerous state of the machine
may not be stopped or not stopped in a timely manner.
b
Please read this document carefully and make sure that you understand the con‐
tent fully before working with the device.
b
Follow all safety notes in this document.
NOTICE
The adhesive strip above the LED displays must not be removed in order to achieve the
specified enclosure rating.
2.2
Intended use
The safety switch is an inductive safety switch which is activated by actuating elements
(metal objects) without making contact. The safety switch is suitable for the following
applications:
•
Safe position and area determination of metal objects
The safety switch is used for protecting people.
The safety switch must only be used within the limits of the prescribed and specified
technical data and operating conditions at all times.
Incorrect use, improper modification or manipulation of the safety switch will invalidate
any warranty from SICK; in addition, any responsibility and liability of SICK for damage
and secondary damage caused by this is excluded.
2.3
Improper use
The safety switch is
not
suitable for the following applications, among others:
•
Environments with increased levels of ionizing radiation
•
Applications in which the safety switch is exposed to chemicals, for example clean‐
ing in food processing.
•
Outdoors (only suitable for weather-protected areas of application, Class C accord‐
ing to IEC 60654-1)
2.4
Requirements for the qualification of personnel
The safety switch must be configured, mounted, connected, commissioned, and ser‐
viced by qualified safety personnel only.
Project planning
For project planning, a person is considered competent when he/she has expertise and
experience in the selection and use of protective devices on machines and is familiar
with the relevant technical rules and national work safety regulations.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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