Safety; Symbols Relevant To Safety; Intended Use; General Safety Information - Pepperl+Fuchs SLCS Original Instructions Manual

Safety Light Curtain SLCS

Safety

3 Safety
3.1

Symbols relevant to safety

Danger!
This symbol indicates an imminent danger.
Non-observance will result in personal injury or death.
Warning!
This symbol indicates a possible fault or danger.
Non-observance may cause personal injury or serious property damage.
Caution!
This symbol indicates a possible fault.
Non-observance could interrupt the device and any connected systems and
plants, or result in their complete failure.
3.2

Intended use

The SLCS safety light curtain may only be used in accordance with its intended
purpose as electro-sensitive protective equipment (ESPE) for securing hazardous
areas and dangerous locations.
If used for any other purpose, the intended function of the system can no longer
be guaranteed.
In addition to the notes in these instructions, the safety regulations, standards and
other regulations concerning the application must be taken into consideration.
3.3

General Safety Information

Only instructed specialist staff may operate the device in accordance with the
operating manual.
The following basic instructions must be observed at all times:
The device must not be commissioned until the manual has been read and
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understood
The device must not be used out of specification without suitable protective
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measures
Tampering with the device is not permitted
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Do not remove the warnings or rating plates
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Before selecting and using the product, an assessment must be made to
determine whether it is suitable for the application in question. Pepperl+Fuchs has
no influence on the selection and use of this product. Liability is therefore
restricted to the consistent quality of the product.
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