Setting The Device Into Service; Testing; To Be Performed Prior To The Initial Start-Up By Competent Personnel; To Be Performed Periodically By Competent Personnel - Leuze electronic S20 Series Operation Instructions Manual

Setting the device into service

8 Setting the device into service
Prerequisites:
• Safety Switch is mounted and connected according to these instructions
• operating personnel have been trained in the correct use
Test the function of the Safety Switch (see chapter 9 "Testing").
The Safety Switch is then ready for use.
9

Testing

S20 Safety Switches are maintenance free. Nevertheless, they must be replaced
after maximum 1,000,000 switching cycles.
Always replace the entire Safety Switch including actuator.
For the testing intervals, observe nationally applicable regulations.
Document all tests in a comprehensible manner.
9.1

To be performed prior to the initial start-up by competent personnel

Check whether the Safety Switch is operated according to its specified environ-
mental conditions (see chapter 14 "Technical data").
Test to ensure proper mechanical and electrical function (see chapter 9.2).
9.2

To be performed periodically by competent personnel

Mechanical function
Stop the dangerous state and open the protective device.
Check that the components are securely fastened.
Test the cable entry for leaks.
Check Safety Switch and actuator for damage, deposits, deformation and
wear.
Test several times whether the actuator can be easily moved into the Safety
Switch.
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