Controlling the safety functions 
  5.4 Activating "SBC" via the Safe Brake Adapter 
Safety Integrated 
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Safety instructions 
Note 
The integrated safety functions, starting from the Safety Integrated (SI) input terminals of the 
SINAMICS components (Contro
l Unit, Motor Module), satisfy the requirements according to 
 61800-5-2, IEC 60204-1, ISO 13849-1 Category 3 for Performance Level (PL) d and 
 61508 SIL 2. 
With the Safe Brake Adapter (option K89), the requirements specified in IEC
 61800-5-2, 
 60204-1 as well as ISO 13849-1 Category 3 for Performance Level (PL) d and 
IEC 61508 SIL 2 are complied with. 
 
Device defective because a 24 V DC brake has been connected 
If a 24 V DC brake is connected to option K88, Safe Brake Adapter 230 V AC on the plant 
side, then this can damage the Safe Brake Adapter.  
This can result in the following undesirable effects: 
1.  Closing the brake is not displayed on the LEDS. 
2.  The fuse is ruptured. 
3.  The contact service life of the relay is reduced. 
 
Do not connect a 24 VDC brake to the 230 V AC Safe Brake Adapter.