Safety Information - ABB Orion1 Base Original Instructions Manual

2.5 Safety information

Warning!
For a correct and safe use of the Orion1 Base light curtains, the following points must be observed:
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The stopping system of the machine must be electrically controlled.
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This control system must be able to stop the hazardous movement of the machine within the total machine
stopping time T as per paragraph 2.4 – "Minimum installation distance", and during all working cycle phases.
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Mounting and connection of the AOPD must be carried out by qualified personnel only, according to the
indications included in the special sections (see paragraphs 3; 4; 5; 6) and in the applicable standards.
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The AOPD must be securely placed in a particular position so that access to the hazard zone is not possible
without the interruption of the beams (see paragraph 3 -"Installation").
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The personnel operating in the hazard zone must be well trained and must have adequate knowledge of all
the operating procedures of the AOPD.
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The TEST button must be located outside the hazard zone because the operator must check the hazard zone
during all the test operations.
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The ACKNOWLEDGE/RESET button must be located outside the hazard zone because the operator must
check the hazard zone during all acknowledge/reset operations. It must be impossible to reach the button
from the hazard zone.
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If the external device monitoring (EDM) function is used, it must be activated by connecting a specific wire to
the device, see paragraph 5 – "Electrical connections".
Please carefully read the instructions for the correct functioning before powering the AOPD.
2TLC172287M0201 Rev B
2015-09-17
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