Technical Specifications
A-26
C7-635 Control System
A5E00155581-04
A.8 Notes for Machine Manufacturers
Introduction
The SIMATIC automation system is not a machine in the sense of the EC guideline
“Machinery”. Consequently, no declaration of conformity exists with regard to the
EC guideline 89/392/EEC “Machinery”.
EC Guideline 89/392/EEC ”Machinery”
EC guideline 89/392/EEC “Machinery” regulates the requirements of machinery. In
this guideline, machinery is considered to include all associated parts or
mechanisms (see also EN 292-1, Section 3.1).
SIMATIC is a part of the electrical equipment of machinery and must therefore be
included by the machine manufacturer in the declaration of conformity process.
Electrical Equipment of Machinery in Accordance with EN 60204
The standard EN 60204-1 (Safety of Machinery, General Requirements of the
Electrical Equipment of Machinery) is applicable for the electrical equipment of
machinery.
The following table is provided to help you with the declaration of conformity; it
indicates which criteria are applicable for SIMATIC in accordance with EN 60204-1
(June 1993 edition).
EN 60204-1 Subject/Criterion Comments
Section 4 General Requirements The requirements are satisfied if the devices are
assembled/installed in accordance with the mounting
guidelines. You must also take into account the explanations
provided on previous pages.
Section 11.2 Digital Input/Output
Interfaces
The requirements are satisfied.
Section 12.3 Programmable Equipment The requirements are satisfied if devicesfor protection
against changes to memory by unauthorized persons are
installed in lockable cabinets.
Section 20.4 Dielectric Tests The requirements are satisfied.
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