Fundamental Safety Instructions; Intended Use; Non-Intended Use; Danger Zone - Schmalz SBPG Assembly Instructions Manual

2 Fundamental Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The bin picker is used to remove small parts from containers. Its slim design allows it to reach deep into
the container. The versions with a swiveling unit can also reach products that are in unfavorable positions
in the container with ease.
The system must be operated only at the supply voltage specified for the components.
The loads to be lifted must be rigid enough to ensure they are not destroyed during lifting.
The bin picker is built in accordance with the latest standards of technology and is shipped in a safe oper-
ational condition. However, hazards can arise during use. Observe the warnings in these operating in-
structions.
The maximum lift capacity must not be exceeded (> See ch. Technical Data).
2.2 Non-Intended Use
Schmalz accepts no liability for damage caused by the use of the gripper for purposes other than those
described under Intended Use. Use of the gripper for loads that are not specified in the order confirma-
tion or that have different physical properties than those specified in the order confirmation shall be con-
sidered non-intended use. In particular, the following are considered non-intended use:
• Use as a climbing aid
• Lifting people or animals
• Storing loads while picked up
• Supporting the lifting process by applying external forces
• Applying suction to building components, equipment or supporting surfaces.
• Applying suction to bulk materials (e.g. granulates)
• Evacuation of objects that are in danger of imploding
• Freeing building components or immovable equipment
2.3 Danger Zone
Persons in the danger zone of the gripper may suffer life-threatening injuries.
Gripper operating modes
• Automatic operation on the industrial robot or gantry
• Collaborative operation on the lightweight robot (cobot)
For both operating modes, the system integrator must carry out a risk assessment of the entire system and
define the danger zone precisely. In doing so, country-specific provisions and regulations must be ob-
served.
Automatic operation on the industrial robot or gantry
• During automatic operation of the handling system, no persons or animals may be present in the

danger zone.

• In other operating modes, ensure that no unauthorized persons or animals are present in the dan-
ger zone.
• Ensure that collisions with the surrounding environment and objects do not occur to prevent the
load from breaking off.
During automatic operation of the handling system, the danger zone must be secured to prevent access
by persons (protective barrier or sensor system).
The danger zone of the gripper includes the following areas:
• The area directly below the gripper and load.
• The area immediately surrounding the gripper and load.
• The working area of the automatic handling system.
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