KEYENCE SL-C Series - Manual (Page 4)

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Safety Precautions
This instruction manual describes handling, operation, and precautionary information for the Safety Light
Curtain (“SL-C”).
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating the SL-C in order to understand the device fea-
tures, and keep this instruction manual readily available for reference.
In this manual, "SL-C Series" means all of the models of SL-C. "SL-C**F" means only the models that
have the detection capability of 14 mm. "SL-C**H" means only the models that have the detection
capability of 25 mm (0.98"), while "SL-C**L" means those that have the detection capability of 45 mm
(1.77").
1. Safety Headings
This instruction manual uses the following headings to display important safety information. Strict adherence
to the instructions next to these heading is required at all times.
Failure to follow the instructions may lead to death or serious injury.
Failure to follow the instructions may result in significant harm to machine opera-
tors, including death.
Failure to follow the instructions may result in damage to the SL-C, or to the ma-
chine on which it is installed.
Provides important precautions and restrictions for proper operation.
Provides additional information for proper operation.
Provides useful information for proper operation.
Provides reference pages.
2. General Precautions
• Verify that this device is operating normally in terms of functionality and performance before the start of
work and before the start of device operation.
• KEYENCE is unable to warrant the function or performance of the SL-C if it is used in a manner that
differs from the SL-C specifications contained in this instruction manual or if the SL-C is modified.
• When using the SL-C to protect machine operators from a hazardous zone or a hazard, or using it as
safety equipment for any purpose, always follow the applicable requirements, regulations, and laws
(collectively “regulations”) existing in the country or region where the SL-C is being used. For such regula-
tions, contact directly the regulatory agency responsible for occupational safety and health in your country
or region.
• Depending on the type of machine to which the SL-C is to be attached, there may be special safety
regulations related to the use, installation, maintenance, and operation of the device, and such safety
regulations must be followed. The responsible personnel must install the SL-C in strict compliance with
such safety regulations.
• The responsible personnel must train the assigned personnel for the correct use, installation, mainte-
nance, and operation of the SL-C. “Machine operators” refers to personnel who have received appropri-
ate training from the responsible personnel and are qualified to operate the device correctly.
• Machine operators must receive specialized training for the SL-C and must understand and follow the
safety regulations for the country or region in which they are using the SL-C.
• When the SL-C fails to operate properly, machine operators must immediately stop the use of the device
and report this fact to the responsible personnel.
• The SL-C is designed with the assumption that it would be properly installed in accordance with the
installation procedures described in this instruction manual and operated according to the instructions in
this instruction manual. Perform an appropriate installation of the SL-C after conducting a sufficient risk
assessment for the target machine.
• This device should be processed as an industrial waste product when being disposed.
WARNING
CAUTION
Important:
Note:
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