General safety instructions

WARNING

Danger to life if the safety instructions and residual risks are not observed

If the safety instructions and residual risks in the associated hardware documentation are not observed, accidents involving severe injuries or death can occur.

  • Observe the safety instructions given in the hardware documentation.

  • Consider the residual risks for the risk evaluation.

WARNING

Malfunctions of the machine as a result of incorrect or changed parameter settings

As a result of incorrect or changed parameterization, machines can malfunction, which in turn can lead to injuries or death.

  • Protect the parameterization against unauthorized access.

  • Handle possible malfunctions by taking suitable measures, e.g. emergency stop or emergency off.