Safety Information; General Safety Notes; Correct Use - SICK deTec2 Core Ex II 3GD Operating Instructions Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

2 Safety information
2.1

General safety notes

2.2

Correct use

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DANGER
If the safety component is integrated incorrectly, the dangerous state may be ended to
late.
Plan the integration of the safety component in accordance with the machine
b
requirements, see "Project planning", page
WARNING
Risk of ineffectiveness of the protective device
Please observe the following information to ensure safe and correct use of the device.
Special national and international regulations and guidelines apply for the mount‐
b
ing, use, commissioning, and regular technical inspection of electrical devices in
explosion-hazardous areas, in particular ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and the
IECEx scheme. Manufacturers of and entities operating machines using the safety
light curtain are responsible for ensuring that all applicable safety regulations and
guidelines are complied with.
These operating instructions must be made available to the operator of the
b
machine on which the device is used. Qualified safety personnel must instruct the
operator on how to use the device. The operator must also be directed to read and
follow the operating instructions.
DANGER
Risk of ignition
Failure to observe this instruction can result in a risk of ignition from potential sparking.
Ensure that only accessories that are approved for explosion-hazardous areas are
b
used.
NOTICE
UV radiation can reduce the service life and resistance of the front screen. When used
in an explosion proof area, the front screen may not be exposed to any UV radiation
(e.g., sunlight).
Select a mounting position in which the front screen is not exposed to UV radia‐
b
tion.
NOTICE
Mechanical loads
The device passes the impact test required by the applicable standards.
Plastic device components must not be subjected to mechanical loads greater than
4 joules.
Transparent parts (front screen) must not be subjected to mechanical loads greater
than 2 joules.
The deTec2 Core Ex II 3GD safety light curtain is an electro-sensitive protective device
(ESPE) and is suitable for the following applications:
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