Introduction To The Manual; Contents Of This Chapter; Exclusion Of Liability; Applicability - ABB FSO-21 User Manual

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Introduction to the manual

Contents of this chapter

This chapter states exclusion of liability and describes the applicability, compatible
products, supported safety functions, target audience and purpose of the manual.
The chapter also lists contents of this manual, recommended reading as well as
related standards and directives, and explains used definitions, terms and
abbreviations. The safety certificate is included at the end of the chapter.

Exclusion of liability

This manual is an informative aid only. It contains information needed to use the
FSO-21 safety functions module when implementing safety systems. The information
and examples given are for general use only. They do not describe all the necessary
details for implementing a safety system. The manufacturer of the machinery always
remains ultimately responsible for the product safety and compliance with applicable
laws. ABB does not accept any liability for direct or indirect injury or damage caused
by the information contained in this document. ABB hereby disclaims all liabilities that
may result from this document.
Do not open the FSO module, otherwise the safety classification will become invalid
and the warranty cease to be in effect.

Applicability

This manual applies to the FSO-21 safety functions module, revision G.