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SICK C4000 Fusion User Manual

SICK C4000 Fusion
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
C4000 Palletizer Standard/Advanced
C4000 Fusion
Safety light curtain
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Table of Contents

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SICK C4000 Fusion Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSafety Light Curtain
Safety Integrity LevelSIL3
Performance LevelPL e
Enclosure RatingIP65, IP67
Resolution14 mm, 30 mm
Protective Field Height300 mm to 1800 mm
Operating Range0.5 m to 7 m
Supply Voltage24 V DC
Category4
ConnectionM12 connector
StandardsIEC 61496
Number of BeamsVaries with model

Summary

About this document

Function of this document

Explains the purpose and scope of the operating instructions for the C4000 safety light curtain.

Target group

Identifies the intended audience for the operating instructions, including engineers and operators.

Scope

Specifies which C4000 models and variants the operating instructions apply to.

Information depth

Details the types of information covered in the operating instructions and related resources.

Abbreviations

Provides a list and definitions of abbreviations used throughout the document.

Symbols used

Explains the meaning of various symbols, icons, and warnings used in the manual.

On safety

Qualified safety personnel

Defines the qualifications and responsibilities required for personnel installing and servicing the C4000.

Applications of the device

Describes the types of applications and standards the C4000 safety light curtain is designed for.

Correct use

Outlines the proper usage and conditions for the C4000 safety light curtain to maintain warranty.

General safety notes and protective measures

Provides essential safety guidelines and measures for the correct and safe operation of the C4000.

Environmental protection

Offers information on minimizing environmental impact and proper disposal of the C4000 device.

Product description

Special features

Details the unique characteristics and functionalities of the C4000 Palletizer and C4000 Fusion models.

Operating principle of the device

Explains how the C4000 safety light curtain operates in various application modes.

Status indicators

Describes the meaning of LEDs and 7-segment display indications for monitoring the C4000's status.

Configurable functions

Restart interlock

Explains the function and configuration of the restart interlock for safety.

External device monitoring (EDM)

Describes the EDM function for checking external contactors' de-energization.

Emergency stop

Details the integration and function of emergency stop buttons with the C4000.

Bypass

Explains how to use the bypass function for temporarily muting the protective field evaluation.

Application diagnostic output (ADO)

Describes the configurable ADO signal output for specific status signaling.

Virtual photoelectric switch

Explains the use of virtual photoelectric switches for signaling object positions.

Beam coding

Details how beam coding prevents interference between multiple safety light curtains.

Scanning range

Guides on matching the scanning range to the protective field width for optimal performance.

Multiple sampling

Explains how multiple sampling requires repeated object detection before deactivation.

Reduced resolution

Describes how reduced resolution ignores interruptions of adjacent beams for specific objects.

Sender test

Details the sender test function for checking the sender and receiver operation.

Configuration of blanking

Object entry monitoring

Monitors object transport direction, preventing unauthorized entry into the system.

Self-teach dynamic blanking for goods detection

Allows blanking of pallets with packages for access to the system.

Self-teach dynamic blanking for pallet detection

Enables different pallet types to enter the system by learning object distances.

Dynamic blanking for object pattern recognition

Allows fixed objects like car bodyshell skids to access the system.

Additional functions for horizontal applications

Covers additional functions like direction detection for horizontal mounting.

Fixed blanking

Allows fixed blanking of up to five areas to accommodate obstructions.

Blanking of geometrically even objects

Enables blanking for objects like paper rolls or boxes to access the system.

Mounting

Additional measures to prevent bypassing of the protection

Lists measures to prevent intentional or unintentional bypassing of the protective field.

Determining the safety distance in a horizontal application

Explains how to calculate and ensure the correct safety distance for horizontal mounting.

Calculating the safety distance for a vertical application

Details the calculation of safety distance required for vertical mounting applications.

Steps for mounting the device

Provides a step-by-step guide for correctly mounting the C4000 sender and receiver units.

Electrical installation

System connection M26×11 + FE

Details the pin assignment and connection for the M26x11 + FE system connector.

Configuration connection M8×4 (serial interface)

Explains the pin assignment for the M8x4 configuration connection used for serial interface.

Extension connection M26×11 + FE

Describes the pin assignments for the M26x11 + FE extension connection.

External device monitoring (EDM)

Explains how to electrically implement external device monitoring (EDM).

Reset button

Guides on connecting and installing the reset button for the C4000.

Emergency stop

Details the connection and configuration of emergency stop inputs for the C4000.

Key-operated pushbutton for bypass

Explains how to connect a key-operated pushbutton for activating the bypass function.

Outputs for the virtual photoelectric switches

Describes how to use the outputs for virtual photoelectric switches with a PLC.

Application diagnostic output (ADO)

Details the connection of the ADO signal output for status signaling to a PLC.

Test input (sender test)

Explains the connection for the sender test input and its configuration.

Key-operated pushbutton for teach-in

Describes the connection of a key-operated pushbutton for the teach-in function.

Commissioning

Display sequence during switching on

Explains the device status indications shown on the 7-segment display during power-up.

Aligning sender and receiver

Provides procedures for correctly aligning the sender and receiver units.

Test notes

Outlines essential tests required for ensuring the protective device's effectiveness and proper function.

Configuration

Default delivery status

Lists the default configuration settings of the C4000 device as delivered.

Preparing the configuration

Outlines the necessary steps and requirements for preparing the C4000 configuration.

Fault diagnosis

In the event of faults or errors

Provides guidance on how to handle malfunctions and system lock-out states.

SICK support

Offers advice on contacting SICK support for unresolved errors.

Error displays of the diagnostics LEDs

Explains error indications shown by the diagnostic LEDs on the C4000.

Error displays of the 7-segment display

Details error messages displayed on the 7-segment display and their rectifications.

Extended diagnostics

Introduces extended diagnostic options available through the CDS software.

Technical specifications

Data sheet

Presents general system data and technical specifications for the C4000.

Response time

Explains how response time is affected by beams, coding, and sampling.

Tolerances

Details size and distance tolerances for object detection and safe switching.

Table of weights

Lists the weights of the sender and receiver units based on protective field length.

Dimensional drawings

Provides dimensional drawings for the C4000 and its mounting accessories.

Ordering information

Items supplied

Lists all components and accessories included in the C4000 package.

C4000 systems

Provides part numbers for various C4000 Palletizer and Fusion system configurations.

Additional front screen (weld spark guard)

Details part numbers and specifications for additional front screens.

Deflector mirror

Lists part numbers for PNS75 and PNS125 deflector mirrors.

Accessories

Lists part numbers for various accessories, including cables and mounting kits.

Annex

Compliance with EU directives

Contains an excerpt of the EU declaration of conformity for the product.

Checklist for the manufacturer/installer for the installation of electro-sensitive protective equipment (ESPE)

Provides a checklist for manufacturers and installers to ensure proper ESPE installation.

List of tables

An index of all tables included in the technical manual.

List of illustrations

An index of all illustrations present in the technical manual.

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