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2. For your safety
Purpose of this manual
This user manual provides information about how the module works, its operating and connection elements,
and its parameter settings.
Validity of the user manual
This user manual is valid for the EX245-FPS1/2/3 module in the version indicated on the inner cover page,
as well as for the same or later versions if replaced with the devices of the same type.
2.1. General safety notes
2.1.1. Qualified personnel
Within the context of this user manual, qualified personnel are persons who, because of their education,
experience and instruction, and their knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, accident prevention,
and service conditions, have been authorized to carry out any required operations, and who are able to
recognize and avoid any possible dangers.
Furthermore, knowledge of the following topics and products is required:
Non-safety-related target system (e.g. PROFINET)
PROFIsafe
Components used
EX245-FPS1/2/3 product range
Operation of the software tools
Safety regulations in the field of application
In the context of the use of the PROFIsafe system, the following operations must only be carried out by
qualified personnel:
Planning
Configuration, parameterization, programming
Installation, start-up, servicing
Maintenance, decommissioning
2.1.2. Documentation
Observe all information in this user manual and the accompanying documents: see Section 2.5.
Documentation
2.1.3. Safety of personnel and equipment
The safety of personnel and equipment can only be assured if the module is used correctly: see Section
2.4.1. Intended use
2.1.4. Error detection
Depending on the wiring and the parameterization, the module detects errors within the safety equipment.