SICK MAX Series

2 Safety information
2.1 General notes
Should persons be placed at risk, or operating equipment potentially be damaged in
the event of a malfunction or failure of the device, this must be prevented by means of
suitable protective devices, e. g., emergency shutdown systems.
If the device is not functioning correctly, it must be taken out of operation and secured
against unauthorized operation.
To guarantee proper operation of the device, please observe the following:
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Protect the device against mechanical stress during installation
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Do not open the device
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Connect the device with the correct polarity, supply voltage, and control pulses
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Observe the permissible operating and ambient conditions for the device
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Regularly check the device for correct operation and document the results
2.2 Intended use
2.2.1 Purpose of the device
The MAX linear encoder is designed for position measurements in mobile hydraulic
applications and therefore can be used to control the hydraulic components of con‐
struction machinery; e.g., in hydraulic cylinders. The rugged housing offers optimum
protection against dust, climatic influences, vibrations, surrounding media, as well as
electrical and magnetic fields.
The device is an accessory and must be connected to a suitable electronic control unit.
2.3 Responsibility of user
Designated users
see "Target audience", page 6.
Correct project planning
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This document assumes that appropriate project planning has been carried out
before delivery of the device (e.g., based on the SICK application questionnaire),
and the device is in the required delivery state based on that planning (see sup‐
plied system documentation).
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If you are not certain whether the device corresponds to the state defined
during project planning or in the supplied system documentation, please con‐
tact SICK Customer Service.
Special local conditions
In addition to the instructions in this Technical Information, follow all local laws, techni‐
cal rules and company-internal operating directives applicable at the respective device
installation location.
Read the operating instructions
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Read and follow the operating instructions in this document
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Follow all safety notes
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If there is anything you do not understand, please contact SICK Customer Service
SAFETY INFORMATION 2
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