General Information - Omron F3EM2-005 Series Operation Manual

Precautions
WARNING
The F3EM2 multi-beam photoelectric sensor with beam evaluation function is not a safety
component for ensuring the safety of people which is defined in EC directive (2006/42/EC) or
by any other regulations or standards.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The instructions in this manual must be followed in order to safeguard correct installation. The
barrier does not contain any parts that are subject to maintenance; do not remove any
electronic parts from the housing for any reason. In case of malfunction, please contact your
sales representative with a description of the failure found and its period of operation. Do not
touch the front protective cover with your hands as dust and/or grease may decrease
performance.
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Do not use the light curtain in locations with explosive or flammable gas. Make sure that the
product is operated in accordance with IP65 standards. Do not subject the light curtain to
excessive shock when mounting. When using the light curtain in the vicinity of an inverter
motor, be sure to connect the protective earth ground wire of the motor to earth. Failure to
ground the motor may result in malfunction of the light curtain. Further it is recommended to
use shielded cables and to connect the shield to the ground in such cases.
CLEANING
When cleaning the front covers please do not use woollen cloths or organic solvents. The
interval between cleaning depends on conditions in the environment (dust, fog).
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND OUTPUT LOAD
Do not connect an AC power supply to the Sensor. If AC power (100 VAC or more) is supplied
to the Sensor, it may explode or burn. Make sure that the power supply to the Sensor is within
the rated voltage range. If a voltage exceeding the rated voltage range is supplied to the
Sensor, it may explode or burn.
F3EM2 MEASURING LIGHT CURTAINS OPERATION MANUAL
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