Safety; Intended Use; General Safety Notes For The Position Measuring System; Explanation Of The Warnings - Balluff BTL7-A/C/E/G5 -M -HB/WB-KA /K Série Notice D'utilisation

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Micropulse Transducer - Rod Style
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Safety

2.1

Intended use

The Micropulse Transducer, together with a machine
controller (e.g. PLC), comprises a linear encoder. It is
intended to be installed into a machine or system and
used in the industrial sector. Flawless function in
accordance with the specifications in the technical data is
ensured only when using original BALLUFF accessories.
Use of any other components will void the warranty.
Opening the transducer or non-approved use are not
permitted and will result in the loss of warranty and liability
claims against the manufacturer.
2.2 General safety notes for the position
measuring system
Installation and startup may only be performed by
trained specialists with basic electrical knowledge.
Qualified personnel are those who can recognize
possible hazards and institute the appropriate safety
measures due to their professional training, knowledge,
and experience as well as their understanding of the
relevant regulations pertaining to the work to be done.
The operator is responsible for ensuring that local safety
regulations are observed.
In particular, the operator must take steps to ensure that a
defect in the position measuring system will not result in
hazards to persons or equipment.
If defects and unresolvable faults occur in the transducer, it
should be taken out of service and secured against
unauthorized use.
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2.3

Explanation of the warnings

Always observe the warnings in these instructions and the
measures described to avoid hazards.
The warnings used here contain various signal words and
are structured as follows:
SIGNAL WORD
Hazard type and source
Consequences if not complied with
► Measures to avoid hazards
The individual signal words mean:
NOTICE
Identifies a hazard that could damage or destroy the
product.
DANGER
The general warning symbol in conjunction with the
signal word DANGER identifies a hazard which, if not
avoided, will certainly result in death or serious
injury.
2.4

Disposal

► Observe the national regulations for disposal.