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Maintenance, repair, decommissioning, and disposal
GFK-2731
9.1
Maintenance
The device is designed in such a way that maintenance work is not required during the
duration of use. However, depending on the application and connected I/O devices it may
be necessary to test the function of the I/O devices and the safety chain at regular intervals.
The duration of use of the module is 20 years.
Repeat testing within this time is not required.
Carry out maintenance of connected I/O devices (e.g., light grid) according to the relevant
manufacturer specifications.
9.2
Repair
Repair work may not be carried out on the safety module. In the event of an error, send the
module to GE Intelligent Platforms.
It is strictly prohibited to open the safety module. In order to prevent the manipulation of the
module and to detect the unauthorized opening of the module, a security seal is applied to
the module. This security seal is damaged in the event of unauthorized opening. In this
case, the correct operation of the safety module can no longer be ensured.
9.3
Decommissioning and disposal
The machine or system manufacturer specifies the procedure for decommissioning.
Decommissioning may only take place according to these specified procedures.
When decommissioning a VersaSafe system or parts thereof, ensure that the safety mod-
ules used:
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Are correctly reused in another system.
In this case, please observe the storage and transport requirements according to the
technical data (see "IC220SDL953" on page 10-1).
Or
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Are disposed of according to the applicable environmental regulations, and in this case
can never be reused.
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