Safety and commissioning information for Ex areas   
14.1 Motor protection functions (overload protection, thermistor protection) 
  SIMOCODE pro 
312  System Manual, 05/2019, A5E40507475002A/RS-AD/004 
14.1.3.10  Safety values 
In a system with SIMOCODE pro basic units and current measuring modules, the 
functionality of the SIMOCODE pro motor protection and control device is suitable for use in 
safety functions up to safety integrity level SIL1. 
This applies to the "low demand mode of operation" with a three-year test cycle for safety 
functions as well as for the "high demand mode of operation". 
●  SFF
SIMOCODE
 ≥ 60 % 
●  PFH
Max, SIMOCODE
 ≤ 3 * 10
-6
 1/h 
●  PFD
3a
 ≤ 3*10
-2
 
●  HFT = 0 (single-channel system) 
●  T
UL
 = 20 years 
The failure rate was specified for a maximum ambient temperature of 60 °C. 
The requirements demanded of SIL 1 are fulfilled with a reserve of 70% for sensors and 
actuators. 
14.1.4  Maintenance and repairs 
These devices are maintenance-free.  
 
Repairs to the device may only be carried out by the manufacturer. 
14.1.5  Warranty 
 
 the conditions of the warranty, you must observe the safety and commissioning 
instructions from the operating instructions.
 
You can find the Operating Instructions for SIMOCODE
 pro listed in Chapter General 
information about commissioning and service
 (Page 255) or at Operating Instructions 
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/16027/man) in the Industry 
 Support.