Operation; Safety; Regular Thorough Check - SICK deTec4 Core Vibes Operating Instructions Manual

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Operation

8.1

Safety

8.2

Regular thorough check

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DANGER
Hazard due to lack of effectiveness of the protective device
Persons and parts of the body to be protected may not be recognized in case of non-
observance.
Maintenance work, alignment work, fault diagnoses, and any changes to the inte‐
b
gration of the protective device in the machine must only be carried out by quali‐
fied personnel.
The effectiveness of the protective device must be checked following such work.
b
DANGER
Hazard due to lack of effectiveness of the protective device
Persons and parts of the body to be protected may not be recognized in case of non-
observance.
Make sure that the optical properties of the front screens of the sender and
b
receiver are not changed, e.g., by:
beading water, mist, frost, or ice formation. If applicable, remove films or
°
other types of contamination, disconnect the voltage supply of the receiver
and then switch it back on.
Scratches or damage. Replace the device whose front screen is scratched or
°
damaged.
Make sure that all reflective surfaces and objects maintain a minimum distance
b
from the protective field.
Make sure that no dispersive media (e.g., dust, fog, or smoke) are within the calcu‐
b
lated minimum distance from the protective field.
NOTE
This document does not provide information on operating the machine in which the
safety light curtain is integrated.
Further topics
• "Minimum distance to reflective surfaces", page 20
The check must detect if it is possible to enter the hazardous area without being
detected. Such possibilities may exist due to modifications, manipulations or external
influences.
Carry out the checks according to the instructions from the manufacturer of the
b
machine and from the operating entity.
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