KEYENCE SL-R11E - Manual (Page 4)

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Safety Precautions
This manual describes handling, operation, and precautionary information for the Safety Control Unit (SL-
R11E). Read this manual thoroughly before operating the SL-R11E in order to understand device features,
and keep this instruction manual readily available for reference.
1. Safety Headings
“OSSD” described in this manual indicates the output of the SL-R11E. When using the SL-R11E, the output
of the SL-C Series indicates the output that controls the “OSSD” of the SL-R11E, instead of the “OSSD” itself.
This instruction manual uses the following headings to display important safety information. Strict adherence
to the instructions next to these headings is required at all times.
Failure to follow the instructions may result in significant harm to machine opera-
tors, including death.
Failure to follow the instructions may result in failure to the machine to which the
SL-R11E is installed.
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-R11E if it is used in a manner that
differs from the SL-R11E specifications contained in this instruction manual or if the SL-R11E is modified.
• When using the SL-R11E 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-R11E is being used. For such
regulations, 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-R11E 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-R11E 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-R11E. “Machine operators” refers to personnel who have received appro-
priate training from the responsible personnel and are qualified to operate the device correctly.
• Machine operators must receive specialized training for the SL-R11E and must understand and follow the
safety regulations for the country or region in which they are using the SL-R11E.
• When the SL-R11E fails to operate properly, machine operators must immediately stop the use of the
device and report this fact to the responsible personnel.
• The SL-R11E 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-R11E 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
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