2 Safety information
2.1 General safety notes
Connection, mounting and configuration of the product must only be car‐
ried out by qualified personnel.
This product does not constitute a safety component as defined in the
Machinery Directive.
Do not install the product in places exposed to direct UV radiation (sun‐
light) or other weather conditions.
The product must be adequately protected against moisture and contami‐
nation.
2.2 Intended use
The WI130 evaluation unit when used in combination with the W130L sensor heads is
an opto-electronic sensor for the optical, non-contact detection of objects.
The WI130 evaluation unit designed for mounting and may only be operated according
to its intended function. For this reason, the evaluation unit is not equipped with direct
safety devices. The system designer must provide measures to ensure the safety of
persons and systems in accordance with the legal guidelines.
SICK AG assumes no liability for losses or damage arising from the use of the product,
either directly or indirectly. This applies in particular to use of the product that does
not conform to its intended purpose and is not described in this documentation. If
the product is used for any other purpose or modified in any way, any warranty claim
against SICK AG shall become void.
2.3 Improper use
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This sensor has not been explosion tested. Do not use near flame, explosive gases
or liquids
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Do not use in water.
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not disassemble, repair or modify the sensor. Doing so may result in fire or
electric shock.
3 Product description
3.1 Function of the product
The WI130 evaluation unit functions only in combination with the sensor heads in the
W130L product family.
3.2 Operating elements and status indicators
The switch functions change in each mode: operating mode, function mode and config‐
uration mode
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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