ETAS ES582.2 - Intended Use; Classification of Safety Messages

6 | Safety Notices
ETAS ES582.2 | User Guide
Only use these codes or sequences in public areas (e.g. in road traffic) if you have
ensured that the application and product settings are safe through testing in self-
contained and designated testing environments and circuits.
This ETAS product allows you to influence safety-relevant systems or data (e.g. in
motor vehicles, vehicle components and test benches). In the event of a malfunc-
tion or a hazardous situation, it must be possible to put the system into a safe
state (e.g. emergency stop or emergency operation).
1.1 Intended Use
The product was developed and approved for applications in the automotive sec-
tor. Only operate the product as per its specifications. If the product is used in any
other way, product safety is no longer ensured.
The interface modules are designed for the following applications:
- Detecting signals from ETK and ECU interfaces, as well as from vehicle
buses
- Flash programming of ECUs
Application Areas
- The product is approved for use in the following areas:
• Interior
• Passenger cell
• Trunk
- Do not operate the product in a wet or damp environment.
- Do not operate the product in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Technical Condition
The product is designed in accordance with state-of-the-art technology. Only
operate the product and its accessories if they are in perfect working order. Shut
down a damaged product immediately. Do not open or alter the product. Only ETAS
may make changes to the product.
1.2 Classification of Safety Messages
The safety messages warn of dangers that can lead to personal injury or damage
to property:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation with a high risk of death or serious injury
if not avoided.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation of medium risk, which could result in
death or serious injury if not avoided.