Baumer_GCA3-5-8-12-20_CANopen_MA_EN_Rev10.docx
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Baumer
– Sensor Systems s.r.l.
03.12.2019
Chiari (Bs), Italy
1 Safety and operating instructions
1.1
Supplementary information
This manual is intended as a supplement to already existing documentation (catalogues, data sheets and
assembly instructions).
The manual must be read without fail before initial commissioning of the equipment.
1.2
Intended purpose of the equipment
The cable transducer is a precision measuring device that is used to record linear positions and speeds. It
provides measuring values as electronic output signals for the subsequently connected device. It must not be
used for any other purpose.
Unless this product is specially labeled, it may not be used for operation in potentially explosive environments.
Make sure by appropriate safety measures, that in case of error or failure of the cable transducer, no danger to
persons or damage to the system or operating facilities occurs.
1.3
Commissioning
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Installation and assembly of this product may be performed only by a person qualified in electronics and
precision mechanics.
Consider also the operation manual of the machine manufacturer.
1.4
Safety remarks
Prior to commissioning the equipment, check all electrical connections.
If installation, electrical connection or any other work performed at the cable transducer or at the equipment is
not correctly executed, this can result in a malfunction or failure of the cable transducer.
Steps must be taken to exclude any risk of personal injury, damage to the plant or to the operating equipment
as a result of encoder failure or malfunction by providing suitable safety precautions.
cable transducers must not be operated outside the specified limited values (see detailed product
documentation).
Failure to comply with the safety remarks can result in malfunctions, personal injury or damage to property.
1.5
Transport and storage
Only ever transport or store cable transducers in their original packaging.
Never drop cable transducers or expose them to major vibrations.
1.6
Assembly
Avoid impacts or shocks on the housing.
Avoid any twist or torsion on the housing.
Do not open the cable transducer or make any mechanical changes to it.
The shaft, ball bearings or electronic components can be damaged. In this case, safe and reliable operation cannot be
guaranteed.
1.7
Electrical commissioning
Do not modify the cable transducer electrically and remove power supply while connecting it electrically.
The electrical connection must not be attached or removed under power supply.
Ensure that the entire plant is installed in line with EMC requirements. The installation environment and wiring
affect the electromagnetic compatibility of the cable transducer. Install the cable transducer and supply cables
separately or at a long distance from cables with high interference emissions (frequency converters, contactors
etc.)
Where working with consumers which have high interference emissions, make available a separate power
supply for the cable transducer.
Unused outputs must not be connected.
Failure to observe these instructions can result in malfunctions, material damage or personal injury.