Baumer GK473 - Manual (Page 4)

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04.05.11 Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany
3. Safety and operating instructions
Supplementary information
• The present manual is intended as a supplement to already existing documentation (catalogues, product
data sheets and mounting instructions).
• The manual must be studied carefully prior to initial commissioning of the equipment.
Intended purpose of the equipment
• The gateway is an interface converter applied in data communication between RS485 interface and
CANopen. It comprises special modifications relating to the IVO Multicon spindle positioning system and
must only be used for this purpose.
Commissioning
• The gateway must be initialised and mounted only by a qualified expert.
• Observe the operating instructions of the machine manufacturer.
Safety instructions
• Check all electrical connections prior to commissioning of the equipment.
• If mounting, electrical connections or any other work performed at the gateway and the equipment is not
correctly executed this can result in malfunction or failure of the gateway.
• Corresponding safety precautions must be provided and observed to exclude any risk of personal injury,
damage to material or operating equipment as a result of gateway failure or malfunction.
• The gateway must not be operated beyond the limits specified in the data sheet.
Failure to observe these safety instructions can result in malfunctions, material damage or personal injury.
Transport and storage
• Only ever transport or store the gateway in its original packaging.
• Never drop the gateway nor expose it to major shocks.
Mounting
• Avoid impacts or shocks on the housing.
Disposal
• Dispose of gateway and components in accordance with the legal regulations prevailing in the respective
country.