SICK Flexi Compact User Manual

2
It must not be possible to activate sensors that are located next to one another at
t
he same time.
b
Ar
range the muting sensors so that only the moving material is detected, and not
the transportation equipment (pallet or vehicle).
Figure 8: Detection of material during muting
1
Transported material
2
Transportation equipment
3
Transport level
4
Muting sensor
b
S
et up the muting so that the material to be transported is detected over the entire
stretch. The output signals must not be interrupted.
b
Arrange the muting sensors so that a minimum distance is observed in relation to
the detection zone of the electro-sensitive protective equipment (e.g., in relation
to the light beams of a light curtain) whenever material is detected. The minimum
distance ensures the required processing time until muting is activated.
Safety notes for override
b
Mount t
he control switches for the Override functions outside of the hazardous
area so that they cannot be actuated by anyone who is located inside the haz‐
ardous area. In addition, the operator must have a complete overview of the
hazardous area when actuating a control switch.
b
Before activating the Override function, make sure that the equipment is in perfect
working order, particularly the muting sensors (visual inspection).
b
Make sure that the hazardous area is clear of people both before the Override
function is activated and while it is active.
b
If you have had to activate the Override function, check the functionality of the
equipment and the arrangement of the muting sensors after the event.
Safety notes for the muting/override lamp
b
Use a muting and/or override lamp to signal that the Muting or Override functions
are active. You can either use an external muting/override lamp or one that is
integrated into the electro-sensitive protective device (ESPE).
b
Always attach the muting and/or override lamps so that they are clearly visible.
The muting/override lamp must be visible from every side all the way around the
hazardous area and must be clearly visible to the system operator.
b
Depending on local, regional, and national regulations and standards, it may be
necessary to monitor the muting/override lamp(s). If this is the case, implement
additional measures for this purpose.
Further topics
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otes on wiring", page 26
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SICK Flexi Compact Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	Flexi Compact
Category	Controller
Language	English