Foreseeable Misuse - Leuze electronic S20 Original Operating Instructions

Furthermore, the S20 Safety Switch must not be used under the following condi-
tions:
• high concentration of dust particles in the surrounding area
• rapidly changing ambient temperature (leads to condensation)
• in the event of strong physical shocks
• in explosive or easily flammable atmospheres
• the mounting locations are not sufficiently stable
• the safety of multiple persons is dependent on the function of this Safety
Switch (e.g. nuclear power plants, trains, aircraft, motor vehicles, incinera-
tors, medical devices)
For machines with longer slowdowns, a Safety Locking Device must be used.
Handling the Safety Switch:
Observe the permissible environmental conditions for storage and operation
(see chapter 14).
Immediately replace damaged Safety Switch according to these instructions
(see chapter 6).
Use cable gland, insulation materials and connecting wires of the appropriate
protection rating.
Protect the Safety Switch from penetrating foreign bodies (e.g. shavings, sand
and blasting agent).
Before performing painting work, cover the actuation slot, actuator and name
plate.
Immediately clean any contamination from the Safety Switch that impacts func-
tion according to these instructions.
Make no structural changes to the Safety Switch.
The Safety Switch must be exchanged after a maximum of 20 years.
2.1.2

Foreseeable misuse

Any use other than that defined under the "approved purpose" or which goes
beyond that use of the Safety Switch is considered improper use!
E.g. - using without non-detachably mounted actuator
• looping into the safety circuit parts that are not relevant to safety
• using the switch as a limit stop
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