Safety
Leuze electronic MLC 530 8
2 Safety
Before using the safety sensor, a risk assessment must be performed according to valid standards (e.g.
EN ISO 12100, EN ISO 13849-1, IEC 61508, EN IEC 62061). The result of the risk assessment deter-
mines the required safety level of the safety sensor (see table 14.2). For mounting, operating and testing,
this document as well as all applicable national and international standards, regulations, rules and direc-
tives must be observed. Relevant and supplied documents must be observed, printed out and handed to
affected persons.
Before working with the safety sensor, completely read and understand the documents applicable to
your task.
In particular, the following national and international legal regulations apply for the start-up, technical
inspections and work with safety sensors:
• Machinery directive 2006/42/EC
• Low voltage directive 2006/95/EC
• EMC directive 2004/108/EC
• Use of Work Equipment Directive 89/655/EEC supplemented by Directive 95/63 EC
• OSHA 1910 Subpart O
• Safety regulations
• Accident-prevention regulations and safety rules
• Industrial safety regulation and employment protection act
• Product Safety Law (ProdSG)
2.1 Approved purpose and foreseeable improper operation
For safety-related information you may also contact the local authorities (e.g., industrial inspec-
torate, employer's liability insurance association, labor inspectorate, occupational safety and
health authority).
WARNING
A running machine may result in serious injury!
Make certain that the safety sensor is correctly connected and that the protective function of the pro-
tective device is ensured.
Make certain that, during all conversions, maintenance work and inspections, the system is securely
shut down and protected against being restarted.