Banner SX5 - Appropriate Applications

The Banner SX5 is intended for safeguarding applications as determined by a risk assessment. It is the user’s responsibility
to verify whether the safeguarding is appropriate for the application and is installed, as instructed by this manual, by a
Qualified
Person.
The SX5's ability to perform its safeguarding function depends upon the appropriateness of the application and upon its
proper mechanical and electrical installation and interfacing to the guarded machine. If all mounting, installation, interfacing,
and checkout procedures are not followed properly, the SX5 cannot provide the protection for which it was designed.
WARNING:
• Access and Perimeter Safeguard Installation
• Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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If an SX5 Safety Laser Scanner is installed for use as an access or perimeter guard (where a
pass-through hazard may exist, see Reducing or Eliminating Pass-Through Hazards on page
31), configure the SX5 for Manual Start/Restart (Latch Output). The dangerous machine motion
can be initiated by normal means only after the safeguarded area is clear of individuals and the
SX5 Safety Laser Scanner has been manually reset.
2.3.1 Appropriate Applications
The user has the sole responsibility to ensure that the SX5 Safety Laser Scanner is appropriate for the application and is
installed and interfaced by Qualified Persons in accordance with this manual and applicable safety regulations.
The SX5 Safety Laser Scanner must be integrated into the machine's control system in such a way that an activation of the
safety function safely stops or interrupts the dangerous process before a person can be endangered.
This SX5 Safety Laser Scanner is typically used in access guarding and perimeter guarding applications. Some potential
applications are:
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Automated production equipment
• Robotic work cells
• Assembly and packaging machines
• Lean manufacturing systems
• Safety mat replacements
Do not use the SX5 Safety Laser Scanner:
• With any machine that can not be stopped immediately after a stop signal is issued, such as single-stroke (full
revolution) clutched machinery
• With any machine with inadequate or inconsistent machine response time and stopping performance
• With any machine that ejects materials or component parts through the safety zone
• In any environment that is likely to adversely affect photoelectric sensing efficiency. For example, corrosive
chemicals or fluids or severe levels of smoke or dust, if not controlled, may degrade sensing efficiency
• As a tripping device to initiate or reinitiate machine motion (PSDI applications), unless the machine and its control
system fully comply with the relevant standard or regulation (see OSHA 29CFR1910.217, ANSI/NFPA 79, ANSI
B11.19, ISO 12100, IEC 60204-1, IEC 61496-1, or other appropriate standard)
WARNING:
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Proper Use
• Failure to follow all instructions and warnings could lead to serious bodily injury or death.
• Only use the SX5 Safety Laser Scanner on machinery that can be stopped immediately after a
stop signal is issued at any point in the machine's stroke or cycle. Under no circumstances may
the Scanner be used on full-revolution clutched machinery or in unsuitable applications as those
listed.
• Allow only Qualified Persons to install and maintain the SX5 Safety Laser Scanner. Perform the
Shift/Daily checkout procedure at every power-up, shift change, and machine setup. Refer to the
instruction manuals and other reference materials (located in the Help menu) for all installation
details, wiring diagrams, operating instructions, shift/daily/periodic checkout procedures, and
warnings.
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If there is any doubt about whether or not your machinery is compatible with the SX5 Safety
Laser Scanner, contact Banner's Application Engineers.
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A person who, by possession of a recognized degree or certificate of professional training, or who, by extensive knowledge, training and
experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve problems relating to the subject matter and work.
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