Basic safety notes
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2 Basic safety notes
2.1 Intended use
• The quick-change system SWS consists of a quick-change master
SWK and a quick-change adapter SWA. It is exclusively intended
for the automated changing of tools, e.g. grippers or other end
effectors on robots.
• The quick-change master SWK is mounted on a robot. An end
effector is mounted on the quick-change adapter SWA. By using
an optionally available storage rack and several tools with quick-
change adapters, the possibilities for automation are extended.
• When implementing and operating components in safety-
related parts of the control systems, the basic safety principles
in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849-2 apply. The proven safety
principles in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849-2 also apply to
categories 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• The product is intended for installation in a machine/system.
The applicable guidelines must be observed and complied with.
• The product may only be used within the scope of its technical
Operating conditions
• Use only in covered or closed areas.
• Use in non-explosive areas.
• Only the substances permitted for the respective product
should be fed through (fluids, electricity). All substances are
only to be fed through the modules provided for this purpose.
Never feed through corrosive or flammable gases.
• Only use the accessories permitted for the respective product.
• The product is intended for industrial and industry-oriented use.
• Appropriate use of the product includes compliance with all
instructions in this manual.
2.2 Not intended use
Any use that exceeds or differs from the appropriate use is
regarded as misuse. This includes in particular:
• Assembly on products that are not robots
• Use of the product as lifting equipment
• Outdoor use
• Use in potentially explosive areas
