SICK C4-RD User Manual

2 Safety information
2.1 General safety notes
DANGER
If t
he safety component is integrated incorrectly, the dangerous state may be ended to
late.
b
Plan the integration of the safety component in accordance with the machine
requirements, see "Project planning", page 15.
2.2 Correct use
The C4-RD safety light curtain is an electro-sensitive protective device (ESPE) and is
suit
able for the following applications:
•
Hazardous point protection
•
Access protection
•
Hazardous area protection
The C4-RD safety light curtain must only be used within the limits of the prescribed and
s
pecified technical data and operating conditions at all times.
Any instance of improper use, incorrect modification, or manipulation of the C4-RD
safety light curtain shall void any warranty provided by SICK AG; furthermore, SICK AG
shall not accept any responsibility or liability for any resulting damage and consequen‐
tial damage.
2.3 Inappropriate use
The safety light curtain works as an indirect protective measure and cannot provide
pr
otection from parts thrown out nor from emitted radiation. Transparent objects are
not detected.
Among others, the C4-RD safety light curtain is not suitable for the following applica‐
tions:
•
Outdoors
•
Underwater
•
In explosion-hazardous areas
•
At altitudes over 3,000 m above sea level
•
In environments with increased levels of ionizing radiation
2.4 Requirements for the qualification of personnel
The safety light curtain must be planned in, installed, connected, commissioned and
ser
viced only by qualified safety personnel.
Project planning
F
or project planning, a person is considered competent when he/she has expertise and
experience in the selection and use of protective devices on machines and is familiar
with the relevant technical rules and national work safety regulations.
Mechanical mounting
F
or mechanical mounting, a person is considered competent when he/she has the
expertise and experience in the relevant field and is sufficiently familiar with the appli‐
cation of the protective device on the machine that he/she can assess its operational
safety status.
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SICK C4-RD Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	C4-RD
Category	Lighting Equipment
Language	English