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Summarization of Contents
About this document
Used symbols and signal words
Explains warning symbols, signal words, and other symbols used in the manual.
Checklists
Describes purpose of checklists for machine testing and commissioning.
Safety
Intended use and foreseeable misuse
Defines intended applications and potential misuse scenarios for the product.
Necessary competencies
Outlines qualifications and expertise required for personnel handling the device.
Responsibility for safety
Defines safety responsibilities between manufacturer and operator.
Disclaimer
States conditions for exclusion of manufacturer's liability.
Device description
Device overview of the MLC family
Introduces the MLC product family and their features.
Connection technology
Describes the M12 connector interface for transmitter and receiver.
Operating indicators on the MLC 500 transmitter
Details function of LEDs on the MLC 500 transmitter.
Operating indicators on the MLC 530 SPG receiver
Explains LEDs and 7-segment display on MLC 530 SPG receiver.
Alignment display
Describes how the 7-segment display aids sensor alignment.
Smart Process Gating
Overview and principle
Introduces SPG as a timing-controlled control process for access guarding.
SPG requirements
Lists general and specific requirements for SPG operation.
SPG checklist for programmers
Provides a checklist for integrating SPG into a system.
SPG operating modes
Details the different operating modes available for SPG functions.
Operating mode 1 - Qualified stop
Explains the functions and parameters of Operating Mode 1.
Operating mode 4 - standard with short tolerance times
Details the functions and parameters of Operating Mode 4.
Operating mode 5 - Standard
Explains the functions and parameters of Operating Mode 5.
Operating mode 6 - Partial gating
Describes the functions and parameters of Operating Mode 6.
Controlled gating end
Explains how to minimize gaps by controlling the gating end.
Gating timeout extension
Details how to extend the bridging cycle time limit.
Gating sequence reset
Describes how to reset the gating sequence.
Gating restart
Explains how to restart the gating sequence after an interruption.
Override
Describes how to perform an override function.
Functions
Start/restart interlock RES
Explains the mandatory start/restart interlock for access guarding.
Transmission channel changeover
Details how to prevent interference between adjacent sensors.
Operating range selection
Explains how to select the operating range to prevent interference.
Signal output
Describes the signal output behavior during gating.
Blanking
Explains the use of blanking functions for objects in the protective field.
Fixed blanking
Describes the stationary blanking of protective field areas.
Fixed blanking with beam tolerance
Explains fixed blanking with tolerance for access guarding.
Applications
Access guarding with SPG
Highlights typical application areas for SPG in automotive and intralogistics.
Transport out of a danger zone
Details SPG application for vehicles exiting danger zones.
Inward transport of pallets
Explains SPG application for pallet transport into a machine.
Mounting
Arrangement of transmitter and receiver
Discusses optical protective device placement and delay times.
Calculation of safety distance S
Provides the general formula for calculating safety distance.
Calculation of safety distance if protective fields act orthogonally to the approach direction
Explains safety distance calculation for orthogonal approach.
Calculation of safety distance S for parallel approach to the protective field
Details safety distance calculation for parallel approach.
Minimum distance to reflective surfaces
Advises on minimum distances to avoid detection failures.
Resolution and safety distance during fixed blanking
Covers safety distance calculation with fixed blanking.
Preventing mutual interference between adjacent devices
Guides on avoiding interference between nearby sensors.
Mounting the safety sensor
Outlines the steps for physically mounting the sensor.
Suitable mounting locations
Provides a checklist for selecting appropriate mounting sites.
Fastening via BT-NC60 sliding blocks
Describes mounting using BT-NC60 sliding blocks.
Fastening via BT-2HF swivel mount
Details mounting with the BT-2HF swivel mount.
Fastening via BT-2SB10 swiveling mounting brackets
Explains mounting with BT-2SB10 swiveling brackets.
One-sided mounting on the machine table
Describes mounting the sensor on a machine table.
Electrical connection
Pin assignment transmitter and receiver
Details the pin assignments for transmitters and receivers.
Operating mode 1
Shows pin assignments for Operating Mode 1.
Operating mode 4
Details pin assignments for Operating Mode 4.
Operating mode 5
Explains pin assignments for Operating Mode 5.
Operating mode 6
Outlines pin assignments for Operating Mode 6.
Starting up the device
Switching on
Covers requirements and steps for powering up the safety sensor.
Aligning the sensor
Describes the process and importance of sensor alignment.
Unlocking start/restart interlock
Details how to unlock the start/restart interlock.
Teaching of fixed blanking areas
Describes the procedure for teaching fixed blanking areas.
Testing
Before commissioning and following modifications
Lists essential checks before initial use or after changes.
Checklist for integrator – to be performed prior to commissioning and following modifications
Provides a detailed checklist for system integrators.
To be performed periodically by competent persons
Outlines periodic testing requirements for qualified personnel.
Periodically by the operator
Defines periodic checks to be performed by operators.
Checklist – periodically by the operator
Lists checks for operators to perform periodically.
Maintenance
Cleaning the safety sensor
Provides instructions for cleaning soiled transmitter and receiver surfaces.
Troubleshooting
What to do in case of failure?
Guides users on identifying and resolving faults using displays and messages.
Operating indicators of the LEDs
Explains LED indicators on the transmitter and their causes/measures.
Error messages 7-segment display
Lists and explains error messages from the 7-segment display.
Disposing
Disposal of electronic components
Advises on proper disposal of electronic components.
Service and support
Service and support contact information
Provides contact information and service details.
Technical data
General specifications
Presents general specifications including protective field and safety data.
Dimensions and weights
Provides detailed dimensions and weight information for the device.
Order guide and accessories
Nomenclature
Explains the part designation system for ordering.
Part number code
Details the components of the safety sensor's part number code.
Part descriptions, examples
Provides examples and properties of different part numbers.
Part numbers of MLC 500 transmitter
Lists part numbers for MLC 500 transmitters by resolution and height.
Part numbers of MLC 530 SPG receiver
Lists part numbers for MLC 530 SPG receivers by resolution and height.
Accessories
Lists available accessories such as cables, connectors, and mounting hardware.
EU/EC Declaration of Conformity
EU/EC Declaration of Conformity
Official declaration of compliance with EU directives.
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