LGM Series
Introduction
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Introduction
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Purpose of These Brief Instructions
These brief instructions contains basic instructions for operating the device. How-
ever, the manual takes priority over the brief instructions.
1.2
Product documentation on the internet
You can view all the relevant documentation and additional information on your
product at http://www.pepperl-fuchs.com. Simply enter the product name or
model number in the Product/Key word search box and click Search.
Select your product from the list of search results. Click on the information you
require in the product information list, e.g., Technical documents.
A list of all available documents is displayed.
1.3
Intended Use
The measuring LGM light grid consists of an emitter and receiver strip. Located
between the strips is the measuring range consisting of infrared light beams.
When an object enters the measurement field, one of several selectable measur-
ing methods sends out data on the interrupted beams via I/O-Link. The reading is
in mm.
Application areas
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Caution!
Not a safety component
The light grid is not a certified safety light grid in accordance with EN 61496. It is
also not a safety component under the terms of the EU Machinery
Directive 2006/42/EC. The light grid must therefore not be used for the purpose of
preventing risk to individuals or parts of the body.
Always operate the device as described in these instructions to ensure that the
device and connected systems function correctly. The protection of operating per-
sonnel and plant is guaranteed only if the device is operated in accordance with
its intended use.
The device and its input and output circuits must be operated from a power supply
that fulfills the requirements of PELV/SELV systems.
Only use recommended original accessories.
The operating company bears responsibility for observing locally applicable
safety regulations.
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Warehousing and material handling, packaging industry