WARNING
Failure of the safety function
When used outside of the defined environmental conditions, the safety-related
function of the sensor cannot be guaranteed�
► Use only in accordance with the defined environmental conditions (→ 9
Technical data)�
Use of the sensor in the vicinity of chemical and biological media (solid, liquid,
gaseous) as well as ionising radiation is not permitted�
Observe the following requirements:
► Take appropriate measures for a permanent and safe fixing (→ 6 Installation).
► In case of lateral damping in the area of the safe switch-off distance of < 5 mm,
the target must stay there until the safe state of the complete system is
achieved� Note the response time for safety-related faults of the sensor!
► The safe fixing must be regularly maintained at suitable intervals (cyclical
inspection)� Document maintenance actions (time, persons etc�)�
► Adhere to EN 14119 for interlocking devices associated with guards�
► Adhere to the principle of normally closed operation for all external safety
circuits connected to the system�
► In case of faults within the fail-safe sensor which result in the defined safe
state: take measures to maintain the safe state when the complete control
system continues to be operated�
► Replace damaged units�
3 Items supplied
1 fail-safe sensor PI M18 F R with 2 lock washers and 2 M18 fixing nuts,
1 original operating instructions PI M18 F R, ident no� 8540471�
If one of the above-mentioned components is missing or damaged, please contact
one of the REER branch offices�
UK
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