SICK FX3-MOC1 User Manual

9 Maintenance
9.1 Regular thorough check of the safety function by qualified safety personnel
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Chec
k the system following the inspection intervals specified in the national rules
and regulations. This procedure ensures that any changes to the machine or
tampering with the protective device are detected after initial commissioning.
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Every safety application must be checked at fixed intervals you define. The effec‐
tiveness of the safety function must be checked by qualified and authorized
personnel.
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If alterations have been made to the machine or safety function, or if the safety
controller has been changed or repaired, for example by exchanging a module,
check the plant again using the checklist in the appendix.
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Carry out regular inspections in order to keep the Flexi Soft modules in perfect
working order.
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Check that the implementation of the Flexi Soft modules complies with all techni‐
cal data.
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Check the mounting conditions and check that the Flexi Soft module wiring is
correct.
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To ensure their reliability, check at regular intervals that the safety functions are
meeting the requirements of the application as well as all applicable regulations
and standards (e.g., regular thorough check).
9.2 Device replacement
Overview
A ser
ious error in one of the Flexi Soft modules impairs the entire network. Therefore
devices that indicate serious errors must be quickly repaired or exchanged. It is recom‐
mended to keep replacement devices for the Flexi Soft modules ready in order to
restore operation as quickly as possible.
Important information
WARNING
Ine
ffectiveness of the protective device due to device replacement
The dangerous state may not be stopped or not be stopped in a timely manner in the
event of non-compliance.
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Afterexchanging the device, ensure that no errors occur with the new Flexi Soft
modules.
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Always carry out a function test before commissioning a replacement module.
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After exchanging an FX3-MOC1, carry out reference and/or teach-in process once
again if the Position by Reference with Memory Function function block or SSI
encoder with teach-in input is used.
9 M
AINTENANCE
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SICK FX3-MOC1 Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	FX3-MOC1
Category	Controller
Language	English