Safety precautions, Symbols, General precautions – KEYENCE XG-8700T User Manual
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Symbols
The following warning symbols are used to ensure safety and to prevent
human injury and/or damage to property when using the system.
Warning
Indicates that the operator is at risk of physical injury if the system is
improperly operated or this precaution is not followed.
Caution
Indicates that property could be damaged (product malfunction, etc.) if
the system is improperly operated or this precaution is not followed.
Indicates important operating procedures that could be easily overlooked.
It indicates tips for better understanding or useful information.
General Precautions
• Before starting work or before starting the system, confirm that all the
functions of the system are working properly.
• If any KEYENCE product fails, take full safety measures to prevent
damage before using the system again.
• If the system is used beyond published specifications or if the system
is modified, the functions and performance cannot be guaranteed.
• Please note that when the system is used in combination with other
instruments, its functions and performance may be degraded.
• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a human body or a
part of human body.
• This product is not intended for use as explosion-proof product. Do not
use this product in hazardous location and/or potentially explosive
atmosphere.
• Do not subject this unit or connected devices to a sudden change of
temperature, as condensation may occur.
Warning
General
• Do not use with any power voltage other than 24 V DC. Doing so may
cause fire, electric shock, or product malfunction.
• Do not disassemble or modify this unit. Doing so may cause fire or
electric shock.
Operating Environment and Conditions
• To use the system properly and safely, avoid installing this unit in the
following locations: Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or product
malfunction.
− Locations that contain moisture or dust, or that are poorly ventilated.
− Locations where the system is exposed to direct sunlight or
temperature increases.
− Locations where there are flammable or corrosive gases.
− Locations where the unit may be directly subjected to vibration or
impact.
− Locations where water, oil or chemicals may splash onto the unit.
− Locations where static electricity occurs.
• Keep this unit and cables away from high-tension cables or power
lines. Otherwise, noise may cause malfunction or accidents.
• Bundle cables with a spiral tubing material. Direct bundling will
concentrate the cable load on the bindings, which can result in cable
damage or short circuit.
• This unit and optional devices are precision components. Do not
subject them to vibration or impact.
Measures to be taken when an abnormality occurs
In the following cases, turn the power OFF immediately. Using the unit in an
abnormal condition may cause fire, electric shock, or product malfunction.
Contact your local KEYENCE office for repair.
• If water or debris enters the system
• If the system is dropped or the case is damaged
• If smoke or a burning smell emits from the system
Caution
Usage
• Before making any connections/disconnections, be sure to turn off the
power of this unit and connected devices. Failure to do so may result in
malfunction of the system or connected devices.
• Do not turn the power off while you are programming. Otherwise, all or
part of the program settings may be lost.
• Do not block the ventilation holes. Otherwise, the inside temperature
may rise and malfunction may occur.
• Do not allow an excessive amount of sunlight or bright indoor light to
enter the camera for a long period of time. Doing so may cause
damage to the imaging area inside the camera.
• Do not use the controller, cameras, and options in any combination other
than that specified by Keyence. Doing so may cause failure or
malfunction.
Note
Maintenance
• Do not clean with benzene, thinner, or alcohol.
• Doing so may cause discoloration or deformation of the unit. If the unit
has any dirt on it, wipe it off with a cloth moistened with a mild detergent,
then wipe with a dry cloth.
CE Marking
KEYENCE evaluates compliance with the requirements of the EC directive
according to how products fulfill the below conditions.
KEYENCE has confirmed that the XG-8700T meets these requirements.
When the XG-8700T is used in EU nations, take note of the following
precautions.
EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)
Applicable standard EMI: EN61326-1, Class A
EMS: EN61326-1
• Use cables shorter than 30 m to connect the controller unit and its external
devices.
• Use a category 7 Ethernet cable or above, or a 10GBASE-T-compatible
one when connecting the controller XG-8700T and LJ-V7000.
• When connecting a CC-Link unit CA-NCL10E, attach a ferrite core
(OP-84364, sold separately) within 300 mm on the CA-CNL10E side of
the CC-Link dedicated cable.
However, these precautions do not guarantee that the customer’s entire
machinery installation is compliant with the EMC Directive. The customer
is responsible for determining the compliance of the overall machinery
installation.
Safety Precautions
Precautions on Regulations and Standards