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contents thereof without express authority, are forbidden. Offenders are liable
for the payment of damages. All rights are reserved in the event of the grant of
a patent or the registration of a utility model or design (DIN 34-1).
The specified data is for product description purposes only and may not be
deemed to be guaranteed unless expressly confirmed in the contract. All rights
are reserved with respect to the content of this documentation and the availa‐
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2 Important Instructions on Use, Target Group and Purpose of the Document.............. 11
2.1 General Information.............................................................................................................................. 11
2.2 Purpose of the Document..................................................................................................................... 11
2.4 Appropriate Use ................................................................................................................................... 12
3 Safety Instructions for Electric Drives and Controls..................................................... 15
3.1 Definitions of Terms.............................................................................................................................. 15
3.2 General Information.............................................................................................................................. 16
3.2.1 Using the Safety Instructions and Passing Them on to Others......................................................... 16
3.2.2 Requirements for Safe Use............................................................................................................... 16
3.2.3 Hazards by Improper Use.................................................................................................................. 17
3.3 Instructions with Regard to Specific Dangers....................................................................................... 19
3.3.1 Protection Against Contact with Electrical Parts and Housings......................................................... 19
3.3.2 Protective Extra-Low Voltage as Protection Against Electric Shock ................................................ 20
3.3.3 Protection Against Dangerous Movements....................................................................................... 20
3.3.4 Protection Against Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields During Operation and Mounting.............. 22
3.3.5 Protection Against Contact With Hot Parts........................................................................................ 22
3.3.6 Protection During Handling and Mounting......................................................................................... 23
4.11 Used Standards.................................................................................................................................... 31
4.12.1 General Information........................................................................................................................... 34
4.12.2 European Union Directives................................................................................................................ 34
4.14.1 General Information........................................................................................................................... 43
6.5.3 Function Keys.................................................................................................................................... 64
6.5.6 Special keys...................................................................................................................................... 65
7 Pin Assignments of the IndraControl VCH 08.1........................................................... 67
7.1 Laying the Cables in the Cable Chamber............................................................................................. 67
7.1.1 Image of the Cable Chamber............................................................................................................ 67
7.1.2 Laying the Cables.............................................................................................................................. 67
7.2 Emergency Stop Button and Gray Stop Button.................................................................................... 69
7.3.1 General Information........................................................................................................................... 73
8 Maintenance and Installation....................................................................................... 89
8.1 General Information.............................................................................................................................. 89
9.2.1 General Information........................................................................................................................... 91
9.2.4 Service Dialog................................................................................................................................... 94
9.3 Evaluating Commands of the Operating Elements............................................................................... 98
9.3.1 General Information........................................................................................................................... 98
9.3.2 Evaluation of the Operating Status in the Control............................................................................. 98
11.1 Type Designation Code...................................................................................................................... 107
11.1.1 General Information......................................................................................................................... 107
The Hand-held Terminal IndraControl VCH 08.1 is a portable operator and vis‐
ualization device in robust design with Windows CE compatible electronics. The
Hand-held Terminal IndraControl VCH 08.1 is equipped optimally for different
applications due to the use of a powerful processor and the Ethernet interface,
see also chapter 2.4 "Appropriate Use " on page 12.
Rotating mass storage devices, floppy-disk drives and hard-disk drives are not
suitable for harsh operating environments. Therefore the IndraControl VCH
08.1 provides FLASH and RAM memories.
IndraControl VCH 08.1 provides a Windows CE platform. With the VI Composer
applicatons can be added to this platform.
Optional operating and control elements allow to adapt the IndraControl VCH
08.1 to the particular use case.
The IndraControl VCH 08.1 is suitable for the following application ranges:
●Operation and visualization of IndraLogic, IndraMotion MLC, IndraMotion
MTX.
●Configuration of machines and installations.
●Operation and diagnostics of extendend handling installations.
●Visualization of simple operating fields and assembly lines.
E.g. the "automatic" operation mode is available in normal operation modes.
Test runs, configuring, teaching and further options are available in semi-au‐
tomatic or manual special operation modes.
An enabling button and an emergency stop button serve as safety functions on
the IndraControl VCH 08.1.
The machine manufacturer is responsible for the selection of a suitable handheld terminal, the wiring of safety components, and the projecting of possible
additional options, based on the risk and hazard analysis.
1.2 Device Variants
The Hand-held Terminals IndraControl VCH 08.1 are available in different var‐
iants.
Device
VCH08.1EAB-064ETA1D-064-DS-E4-PW
VCH08.1EAB-064ETA1D-064-CS-E4-PW
VCH08.1EAB-064ETA1D-064-CS-E2-PW
VCH08.1EAB-064ETA1D-064-FS-B2-PW
Optional elementsSafetyParts number
Handwheel, 16-stage over‐
ride
16-stage overrideBlack-gray stop button, ena‐
16-stage override, short ex‐
tension cable
16-stage override, short ex‐
tension cable
Fig.1-1:Device Variants IndraControl VCH 08.1
For further information on "Selection of technical safety", please refer to the
sections on the new Machinery Directive in chapter 4 "Technical Data" on page
27.
Black-gray stop button, ena‐
bling button
bling button
Black-gray stop button, ena‐
bling button
Red-yellow emergency stop
button, enabling button
R911171955
R911171956
R911171057
R911172138
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1.3 Housing
vibration and shock resistant housing consists of low-inflammable material
The
(UL 94-V0). The housing is resistant to impact, water, detergents (alcohol and
tensides), oil, cutting oil (drilling oil), grease, and lubricants. The double panel
and extremely robust housing was tested on free fall onto industrial floor (height
1.5 m).
1.4 Foil Keyboard
The keypad consists of a chemical resistant polyester foil with embossed keys.
1.5 Front Panel of the IndraControl VCH 08.1
①Installation point for override potentiometer
②Installation point for electronic handwheel
③Emergency stop button, 2-circuit, or stop button
④Foil Keyboard
⑤Display
Fig.1-2:Front view of the IndraControl VCH 08.1
1.6 Connection to the Control
The IndraControl VCH 08.1 hand-held terminal is connected to the control via
a connection module in front panel mounting. At the front side a 17-pin female
connector allows the comfortable connection of a IndraControl VCH 08.1. All
clamps for fix wiring to the control are located on the rear side of the connection
module in the control cabinet.
Depending on the used safety component on the IndraControl VCH 08.1, two
different connection modules (see the following table) are available.
The connection module VAC 30.2 for
hand-held terminals with stop button is
equipped with a fine thread screwed plug
on
the front side. The integrated "automat‐
ic stop button jumpering" allows to loop in
the hand-held terminal into the safety cir‐
cuits of the running machine without acci‐
dental shutdown of the machine.
Connection Module IndraCon‐
trol VAC 31.1
For hand-held terminals with red-yellow
emergency stop button
●
VCH08.1EAB-064ET-A1D-064-FSB2-PW
Hand-held terminals with red-yellow emer‐
gency stop buttons may be only looped in
safety
circuits if the plant is in safe state or
if a certified jumpering mechanism is avail‐
able. The connection module VAC 31.1 is
equipped for such devices with a bayonet
ending with additional short-circuit con‐
nector. The hand-held terminal may be
only connected if the plant is in safe state.
Plugging or unplugging a hand-held termi‐
nal during the operation would shut down
the plant immediately.
Fig.1-3:Connection modules VAC 30.2 and VAC 31.1
Fig.1-4:Front view: IndraControl VAC 30.2
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1.7 Operating System
Rexroth IndraControl VCH 08.1 Hand-held Terminal
For license reasons
stalled operating system. For further information about the operating system,
please refer to chapter 9 "Software" on page 91.
1.8 Commissioning
Mount the IndraControl VAC 30.1 connection module according to the specifi‐
cations in chapter "Dimensions". After this connect the connection module to
the following components:
●Voltage supply
●Stop circuit and emergency stop circuit
●Enabling circuit
●Network
Before commissioning the IndraControl VCH 08.1 the operator has to assure
that the plant, especially the safety devices, are in a proper state.
Before putting the IndraControl VCH 08.1 into operation do observe that the
STOP button or emergency stop button is not pressed.
NOTICE
IndraControl VCH 08.1 are only delivered with already in‐
Shutdown of the plant due to connecting a In‐
draControl
or emergency stop button.
VCH 08.1 with pressed stop button
For connecting the IndraControl VCH 08.1 put the connector without effort to
flange of the VAC connection module. Observe the latch position of the
the
connection. Older connecting cables with angled plug, are fitted in a 45° angle
to the horizontal. Only if the connector snaps in properly, the correct position is
reached. Now turn the knurled nut with slight pressure on the flange. Devices
with red-yellow emergency stop button are equipped with a bayonet connector
and snap in automatically.
NOTICE
While the connector is screwed on a VAC connection module, a relay activates
the stop button. In this way the IndraControl VCH 08.1 is supplied with voltage.
Screw the knurled nut as far as the rubber seal is completely covered and the
end position is reached to ensure the optimal connection of the contacts and
to achieve the specified degree of protection.
Loss of specified degree of protection due to
incorrect connection of contacts.
Possible shutdown of the plant due to not con‐
nected
short-circuit connector or not connec‐
ted device.
The emergency stop circuits of the VAC 31.1 connection module are jumpered
via the short-circuit connector. To connect the IndraControl VEH 30.2 or VCH
08.1 to the control, it has to be disconnected. If neither the short-circuit con‐
nector nor a device are plugged, the emergency stop circuits are open. The
machine/plant manufacturer must ensure that the plant does not shut down
unintentionally in such cases. The plant has to be shutdown for connecting or
disconnecting the hand-held terminal, if applicable. Devices with red-yellow
emergency stop button are equipped with a bayonet ending and must snap in
properly when plugged.
Verify all three positions of the enabling button from both sides for correct func‐
during commissioning of the IndraControl VCH 08.1 and regularly during
tion
routine operation.
Verify the stop button or emergency stop button for correct function in safe state
of the plant of the IndraControl VCH 08.1 in regular intervals and during com‐
missioning.
The device may only be commissioned and connected by qualified staff.
Find further details about commissioning in the documentation of the device or
installation manufacturer.
technical education, engineering degree
or corresponding professional experi‐
ence),
Knowledge about:
●
the method of operation of a PLC
●safety regulations
●the application
technical education, engineering degree
or corresponding professional experi‐
ence),
Knowledge about:
●
safety regulations
●the method of operation of the ma‐
chine or system
●fundamental functions of the appli‐
cation
●system analysis and troubleshooting
●the setting options at the operating
devices
Service technicianTechnical basic education (advanced
Fig.2-1:Target group, prerequisites
2.4 Appropriate Use
2.4.1 Introduction
Rexroth products represent state-of-the-art developments and manufacturing.
They are tested prior to delivery to ensure operational safety and reliability.
WARNING
technical education, engineering degree
or corresponding professional experi‐
ence),
Knowledge about:
the method of operation of a PLC
●
●safety regulations
●the method of operation of the ma‐
chine or system
●Diagnostic Configurations
●systematic error analysis and trou‐
bleshooting
Physical injury and material damage might re‐
sult
from an inappropriate use of the products!
The products are designed for the use in an industrial environment and may
therefore only be used for the intended purpose. If they are not used as inten‐
ded, situations causing personal injury as well as material damage can occur.
Important Instructions on Use, Target Group and Purpose of the Document
Before using Bosch Rexroth products, the following requirements must be met
to ensure appropriate use of the products:
●Anyone
understand the respective safety-related guidelines as well as the instruc‐
tions on appropriate use.
●Hardware products have to remain in their original state, i. e. no modifi‐
cation regarding the design is allowed. Software products must not be
decompiled and their source codes must not be modified.
●Damaged or faulty products must not be implemented or put into opera‐
tion.
●It must be ensured that the products are installed as specified in the doc‐
umentation.
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Rexroth disclaims as manufacturer any warranty, liability or dam‐
ages
occurring due to inappropriate use of the products. Further‐
more, Bosch Rexroth is not paying any compensation; the user is
responsible for any risks resulting from inappropriate use of the
products.
handling one of the Rexroth products in any way has to read and
2.4.2 Areas of Use and Application
The IndraControl VCH 08.1 Hand-held Terminal is a PC-based operating and
visualization device that can also fulfill control functionalities, depending on the
application or configuration.
NOTICE
The IndraControl VCH 08.1 Hand-held Terminal may exclusively be used with
the accessories and add-on components specified in this documentation. Com‐
ponents not named expressly mentioned must neither be mounted nor con‐
nected. The same applies to cables and conduits.
The products may only be operated with the expressly stated configurations
and component combinations as well as with the software and firmware which
is given and specified in the respective functional description.
The IndraControl VCH 08.1 Hand-held Terminal was developed for control
tasks.
Typical
08.1 are:
●Handling systems and assembly systems
●Packaging and food processing machines
●Printing machines and paper processing machines
●Machine tools
The devices of the IndraControl VCH 08.1 design may only be operated under
the assembly conditions and installation conditions, in the specified position of
application and under the specified ambient conditions (temperature, degree
of protection, humidity, EMC etc.) given in this documentation.
areas of application of the Hand-held Terminal IndraControl VCH
Danger of destruction of the device if not ex‐
pressly
nents and other components, cables, conduits,
software and firmware is used.
stated accessories, add-on compo‐
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2.5 Inappropriate Use
application of Hand-held TerminalIndraControl VCH 08.1 that are not within
The
the specified areas of application or under operating conditions deviating from
the operating conditions and technical data specified in the documentation is
considered as "inappropriate".
Hand-held TerminalIndraControl VCH 08.1 must not be used if
●it is exposed to operating conditions that do not fulfill the ambient condi‐
tions specified. For instance, operation under water, in case of extreme
variations of temperature or in extreme maximum temperatures is not al‐
lowed.
●Bosch Rexroth has not explicitly released the intended applications. It is
imperative that you also note the information given in the general notes
on safety!
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3 Safety Instructions for Electric Drives and Controls
3.1
Definitions of Terms
Application Documentation
Component
Control System
Device
Electrical Equipment
Electric Drive System
Installation
Machine
Manufacturer
Product
Project Planning Manual
Qualified Persons
Application documentation comprises the entire documentation used to inform
the user of the product about the use and safety-relevant features for config‐
uring, integrating, installing, mounting, commissioning, operating, maintaining,
repairing and decommissioning the product. The following terms are also used
for this kind of documentation: User Guide, Operation Manual, Commissioning
Manual, Instruction Manual, Project Planning Manual, Application Manual, etc.
A component is a combination of elements with a specified function, which are
part of a piece of equipment, device or system. Components of the electric drive
and control system are, for example, supply units, drive controllers, mains
choke, mains filter, motors, cables, etc.
A control system comprises several interconnected control components placed
on the market as a single functional unit.
A device is a finished product with a defined function, intended for users and
placed on the market as an individual piece of merchandise.
Electrical equipment encompasses all devices used to generate, convert, trans‐
mit, distribute or apply electrical energy, such as electric motors, transformers,
switching devices, cables, lines, power-consuming devices, circuit board as‐
semblies, plug-in units, control cabinets, etc.
An electric drive system comprises all components from mains supply to motor
shaft; this includes, for example, electric motor(s), motor encoder(s), supply
units and drive controllers, as well as auxiliary and additional components, such
as mains filter, mains choke and the corresponding lines and cables.
An installation consists of several devices or systems interconnected for a de‐
fined purpose and on a defined site which, however, are not intended to be
placed on the market as a single functional unit.
A machine is the entirety of interconnected parts or units at least one of which
is movable. Thus, a machine consists of the appropriate machine drive ele‐
ments, as well as control and power circuits, which have been assembled for
a specific application. A machine is, for example, intended for processing,
treatment, movement or packaging of a material. The term "machine" also cov‐
ers a combination of machines which are arranged and controlled in such a way
that they function as a unified whole.
The manufacturer is an individual or legal entity bearing responsibility for the
design and manufacture of a product which is placed on the market in the in‐
dividual's or legal entity's name. The manufacturer can use finished products,
finished parts or finished elements, or contract out work to subcontractors.
However, the manufacturer must always have overall control and possess the
required authority to take responsibility for the product.
Examples of a product: Device, component, part, system, software, firmware,
among other things.
A project planning manual is part of the application documentation used to
support the sizing and planning of systems, machines or installations.
In terms of this application documentation, qualified persons are those persons
who are familiar with the installation, mounting, commissioning and operation
of the components of the electric drive and control system, as well as with the
hazards this implies, and who possess the qualifications their work requires. To
comply with these qualifications, it is necessary, among other things,
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1) to be trained, instructed or authorized to switch electric circuits and devices
safely on and off, to ground them and to mark them
2) to be trained or instructed to maintain and use adequate safety equipment
3) to attend a course of instruction in first aid
User
A
user is a person installing, commissioning or using a product which has been
placed on the market.
3.2 General Information
3.2.1 Using the Safety Instructions and Passing Them on to Others
Do not attempt to install and operate the components of the electric drive and
control system without first reading all documentation provided with the product.
Read and understand these safety instructions and all user documentation prior
to working with these components. If you do not have the user documentation
for the components, contact your responsible Bosch Rexroth sales partner. Ask
for these documents to be sent immediately to the person or persons respon‐
sible for the safe operation of the components.
If the component is resold, rented and/or passed on to others in any other form,
these safety instructions must be delivered with the component in the official
language of the user's country.
Improper use of these components, failure to follow the safety instructions in
this document or tampering with the product, including disabling of safety de‐
vices, could result in property damage, injury, electric shock or even death.
3.2.2 Requirements for Safe Use
Read the following instructions before initial commissioning of the components
of the electric drive and control system in order to eliminate the risk of injury
and/or property damage. You must follow these safety instructions.
●Bosch Rexroth is not liable for damages resulting from failure to observe
the safety instructions.
●Read the operating, maintenance and safety instructions in your language
before commissioning. If you find that you cannot completely understand
the application documentation in the available language, please ask your
supplier to clarify.
●Proper and correct transport, storage, mounting and installation, as well
as care in operation and maintenance, are prerequisites for optimal and
safe operation of the component.
●Only qualified persons may work with components of the electric drive and
control system or within its proximity.
●Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Bosch Rexroth.
●Follow the safety regulations and requirements of the country in which the
components of the electric drive and control system are operated.
●Only use the components of the electric drive and control system in the
manner that is defined as appropriate. See chapter "Appropriate Use".
●The ambient and operating conditions given in the available application
documentation must be observed.
●Applications for functional safety are only allowed if clearly and explicitly
specified in the application documentation "Integrated Safety Technolo‐
gy". If this is not the case, they are excluded. Functional safety is a safety
concept in which measures of risk reduction for personal safety depend
on electrical, electronic or programmable control systems.
●The
●Commissioning of the delivered components is only allowed once it is sure
●Operation is only allowed if the national EMC regulations for the applica‐
●The instructions for installation in accordance with EMC requirements can
●The technical data, connection and installation conditions of the compo‐
information given in the application documentation with regard to the
use of the delivered components contains only examples of applications
and suggestions.
The machine and installation manufacturers must
–make sure that the delivered components are suited for their individ‐
ual application and check the information given in this application
documentation with regard to the use of the components,
–make sure that their individual application complies with the appli‐
cable safety regulations and standards and carry out the required
measures, modifications and complements.
that the machine or installation in which the components are installed
complies with the national regulations, safety specifications and standards
of the application.
tion are met.
be found in the section on EMC in the respective application documenta‐
tion.
The machine or installation manufacturer is responsible for compliance
with the limit values as prescribed in the national regulations.
nents are specified in the respective application documentations and must
be followed at all times.
National regulations which the user must take into account
●European countries: In accordance with European EN standards
●United States of America (USA):
–National Electrical Code (NEC)
–National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), as well as
local engineering regulations
–Regulations of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
●Canada: Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
●Other countries:
–International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
–International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
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3.2.3 Hazards by Improper Use
●High electrical voltage and high working current! Danger to life or serious
injury by electric shock!
●High electrical voltage by incorrect connection! Danger to life or injury by
electric shock!
●Dangerous movements! Danger to life, serious injury or property damage
by unintended motor movements!
●Health hazard for persons with heart pacemakers, metal implants and
hearing aids in proximity to electric drive systems!
●Risk of burns by hot housing surfaces!
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●Risk
of injury by improper handling! Injury by crushing, shearing, cutting,
hitting!
●Risk of injury by improper handling of batteries!
●Risk of injury by improper handling of pressurized lines!
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3.3 Instructions with Regard to Specific Dangers
3.3.1
Protection Against Contact with Electrical Parts and Housings
This section concerns components of the electric drive and control
system with voltages of more than 50 volts.
Contact with parts conducting voltages above 50 volts can cause personal
danger
and control system, it is unavoidable that some parts of these components
conduct dangerous voltage.
High electrical voltage! Danger to life, risk of injury by electric shock or serious
injury!
●Only qualified persons are allowed to operate, maintain and/or repair the
●Follow the general installation and safety regulations when working on
●Before switching on, the equipment grounding conductor must have been
●Even for brief measurements or tests, operation is only allowed if the
●Before accessing electrical parts with voltage potentials higher than 50 V,
●With electric components, observe the following aspects:
●Install the covers and guards provided for this purpose before switching
●Never touch electrical connection points of the components while power
●Do not remove or plug in connectors when the component has been pow‐
●Under specific conditions, electric drive systems can be operated at mains
●Secure built-in devices from penetrating foreign objects and water, as well
High housing voltage and high leakage current! Danger to life, risk of injury by
electric shock!
●Before switching on and before commissioning, ground or connect the
and electric shock. When operating components of the electric drive
components of the electric drive and control system.
power installations.
permanently connected to all electric components in accordance with the
connection diagram.
equipment grounding conductor has been permanently connected to the
points of the components provided for this purpose.
you must disconnect electric components from the mains or from the pow‐
er supply unit. Secure the electric component from reconnection.
Always wait 30 minutes after switching off power to allow live capacitors
to discharge before accessing an electric component. Measure the elec‐
trical voltage of live parts before beginning to work to make sure that the
equipment is safe to touch.
on.
is turned on.
ered.
protected by residual-current-operated circuit-breakers sensitive to uni‐
versal current (RCDs/RCMs).
as from direct contact, by providing an external housing, for example a
control cabinet.
components of the electric drive and control system to the equipment
grounding conductor at the grounding points.
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●Connect
the equipment grounding conductor of the components of the
electric drive and control system permanently to the main power supply at
all times. The leakage current is greater than 3.5 mA.
●Establish an equipment grounding connection with a minimum cross sec‐
tion according to the table below. With an outer conductor cross section
smaller than 10 mm2 (8 AWG), the alternative connection of two equip‐
ment grounding conductors is allowed, each having the same cross
section as the outer conductors.
Fig.3-1:Minimum Cross Section of the Equipment Grounding Connection
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-
-
3.3.2 Protective Extra-Low Voltage as Protection Against Electric Shock
Protective extra-low voltage is used to allow connecting devices with basic in‐
sulation to extra-low voltage circuits.
On components of an electric drive and control system provided by Bosch
Rexroth, all connections and terminals with voltages between 5 and 50 volts
are PELV ("Protective Extra-Low Voltage") systems. It is allowed to connect
devices equipped with basic insulation (such as programming devices, PCs,
notebooks, display units) to these connections.
Danger to life, risk of injury by electric shock! High electrical voltage by incorrect
connection!
If extra-low voltage circuits of devices containing voltages and circuits of more
than 50 volts (e.g., the mains connection) are connected to Bosch Rexroth
products, the connected extra-low voltage circuits must comply with the re‐
quirements for PELV ("Protective Extra-Low Voltage").
3.3.3 Protection Against Dangerous Movements
Dangerous movements can be caused by faulty control of connected motors.
Some common examples are:
These errors can occur immediately after equipment is switched on or even
after an unspecified time of trouble-free operation.
The monitoring functions in the components of the electric drive and control
system will normally be sufficient to avoid malfunction in the connected drives.
Regarding personal safety, especially the danger of injury and/or property dam‐
age, this alone cannot be relied upon to ensure complete safety. Until the
integrated monitoring functions become effective, it must be assumed in any
case that faulty drive movements will occur. The extent of faulty drive move‐
ments depends upon the type of control and the state of operation.
Dangerous movements! Danger to life, risk of injury, serious injury or property
damage!
A risk assessment must be prepared for the installation or machine, with its
specific conditions, in which the components of the electric drive and control
system are installed.
As a result of the risk assessment, the user must provide for monitoring func‐
tions and higher-level measures on the installation side for personal safety. The
safety regulations applicable to the installation or machine must be taken into
consideration. Unintended machine movements or other malfunctions are pos‐
sible if safety devices are disabled, bypassed or not activated.
To avoid accidents, injury and/or property damage:
●Keep free and clear of the machine’s range of motion and moving machine
parts. Prevent personnel from accidentally entering the machine’s range
of motion by using, for example:
–Safety fences
–Safety guards
–Protective coverings
–Light barriers
●Make sure the safety fences and protective coverings are strong enough
to resist maximum possible kinetic energy.
●Mount emergency stopping switches in the immediate reach of the oper‐
ator. Before commissioning, verify that the emergency stopping equip‐
ment works. Do not operate the machine if the emergency stopping switch
is not working.
●Prevent unintended start-up. Isolate the drive power connection by means
of OFF switches/OFF buttons or use a safe starting lockout.
●Make sure that the drives are brought to safe standstill before accessing
or entering the danger zone.
●Additionally secure vertical axes against falling or dropping after switching
off the motor power by, for example,
–mechanically securing the vertical axes,
–adding an external braking/arrester/clamping mechanism or
–ensuring sufficient counterbalancing of the vertical axes.
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●The
●Disconnect electrical power to the components of the electric drive and
●Prevent the operation of high-frequency, remote control and radio equip‐
standard equipment motor holding brake or an external holding brake
controlled by the drive controller is not sufficient to guarantee personal
safety!
control system using the master switch and secure them from reconnec‐
tion ("lock out") for:
–Maintenance and repair work
–Cleaning of equipment
–Long periods of discontinued equipment use
ment near components of the electric drive and control system and their
supply leads. If the use of these devices cannot be avoided, check the
machine or installation, at initial commissioning of the electric drive and
control system, for possible malfunctions when operating such high-fre‐
quency, remote control and radio equipment in its possible positions of
normal use. It might possibly be necessary to perform a special electro‐
magnetic compatibility (EMC) test.
3.3.4 Protection Against Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields During Oper‐
ation and Mounting
Magnetic and electromagnetic fields generated by current-carrying conductors
or permanent magnets of electric motors represent a serious danger to persons
with heart pacemakers, metal implants and hearing aids.
Health hazard for persons with heart pacemakers, metal implants and hearing
aids in proximity to electric components!
●Persons with heart pacemakers and metal implants are not allowed to
enter the following areas:
–Areas in which components of the electric drive and control systems
are mounted, commissioned and operated.
–Areas in which parts of motors with permanent magnets are stored,
repaired or mounted.
●If it is necessary for somebody with a heart pacemaker to enter such an
area, a doctor must be consulted prior to doing so. The noise immunity of
implanted heart pacemakers differs so greatly that no general rules can
be given.
●Those with metal implants or metal pieces, as well as with hearing aids,
must consult a doctor before they enter the areas described above.
3.3.5 Protection Against Contact With Hot Parts
Hot surfaces of components of the electric drive and control system. Risk of
burns!
●Do not touch hot surfaces of, for example, braking resistors, heat sinks,
supply units and drive controllers, motors, windings and laminated cores!
●According to the operating conditions, temperatures of the surfaces can
be higher than 60 °C (140 °F) during or after operation.
●Before touching motors after having switched them off, let them cool down
for a sufficient period of time. Cooling down can require up to 140 mi‐
nutes! The time required for cooling down is approximately five times the
thermal time constant specified in the technical data.
Safety Instructions for Electric Drives and Controls
●After
●Wear safety gloves or do not work at hot surfaces.
●For certain applications, and in accordance with the respective safety reg‐
switching chokes, supply units and drive controllers off, wait 15 mi‐
nutes to allow them to cool down before touching them.
ulations, the manufacturer of the machine or installation must take meas‐
ures to avoid injuries caused by burns in the final application. These
measures can be, for example: Warnings at the machine or installation,
guards (shieldings or barriers) or safety instructions in the application
documentation.
3.3.6 Protection During Handling and Mounting
Risk of injury by improper handling! Injury by crushing, shearing, cutting, hitting!
●Observe the relevant statutory regulations of accident prevention.
●Use suitable equipment for mounting and transport.
●Avoid jamming and crushing by appropriate measures.
●Always use suitable tools. Use special tools if specified.
●Use lifting equipment and tools in the correct manner.
●Use suitable protective equipment (hard hat, safety goggles, safety shoes,
safety gloves, for example).
●Do not stand under hanging loads.
●Immediately clean up any spilled liquids from the floor due to the risk of
falling!
3.3.7 Battery Safety
Batteries consist of active chemicals in a solid housing. Therefore, improper
handling can cause injury or property damage.
Risk of injury by improper handling!
●Do not attempt to reactivate low batteries by heating or other methods (risk
of explosion and cauterization).
●Do not attempt to recharge the batteries as this may cause leakage or
explosion.
●Do not throw batteries into open flames.
●Do not dismantle batteries.
●When replacing the battery/batteries, do not damage the electrical parts
installed in the devices.
●Only use the battery types specified for the product.
Environmental protection and disposal! The batteries contained in
the
product are considered dangerous goods during land, air, and
sea transport (risk of explosion) in the sense of the legal regulations.
Dispose of used batteries separately from other waste. Observe the
national regulations of your country.
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3.3.8 Protection Against Pressurized Systems
3.4
According
components cooled with liquids and compressed air can be partially supplied
with externally fed, pressurized media, such as compressed air, hydraulics oil,
cooling liquids and cooling lubricants. Improper handling of the connected sup‐
ply systems, supply lines or connections can cause injuries or property damage.
Risk of injury by improper handling of pressurized lines!
●Do not attempt to disconnect, open or cut pressurized lines (risk of explo‐
●Observe the respective manufacturer's operating instructions.
●Before dismounting lines, relieve pressure and empty medium.
●Immediately clean up any spilled liquids from the floor due to the risk of
to the information given in the Project Planning Manuals, motors and
sion).
gloves, for example).
falling!
Environmental protection and disposal! The agents (e.g., fluids)
used
to operate the product might not be environmentally friendly.
Dispose of agents harmful to the environment separately from other
waste. Observe the national regulations of your country.
Explanation of Signal Words and the Safety Alert Symbol
The Safety Instructions in the available application documentation contain spe‐
cific signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or NOTICE) and, where
required, a safety alert symbol (in accordance with ANSI Z535.6-2006).
The signal word is meant to draw the reader's attention to the safety instruction
and identifies the hazard severity.
The safety alert symbol (a triangle with an exclamation point), which precedes
the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION, is used to alert the
reader to personal injury hazards.
DANGER
In case of non-compliance with this safety instruction, death or serious injury
will occur.
WARNING
In case of non-compliance with this safety instruction, death or serious injury
could occur.
CAUTION
In case of non-compliance with this safety instruction, minor or moderate injury
could occur.