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1.3
Use for the intended purpose
The SIMOGEAR geared motor with functionally safe encoder has a signal yellow marking on
the fan cover. Marking SI04 for the functionally safe encoder is stamped on the rating plate.
The safety level is marked on the functionally safe encoder.
Figure 1-1
The geared motor complies with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
The encoder is in compliance with the relevant standards listed in the Declaration of
Conformity for safety-relevant applications. Observe the notes in Chapter Securing functional
safety (Page 11). Siemens AG does not accept any liability for injury and damage that result
from the non-observance of these operating instructions.
The encoder is suitable for use in the following
environment
Safety-relevant systems up to
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Typical industrial environment
e. g. indoors installation for conveyor technology
Conditionally in port installations
The external encoder components are manufactured out of the following materials:
● Torque arm, hollow shaft and clamping ring: V2A
● Enclosure: Die cast zinc Z410
● Flange: AlCu6BiPb, AlMgSiSnBi or AlCu4PbMgMn
BA 2730
Operating Instructions, 08/2015, A5E36448105
Marking for functional safety
SIL2 / SIL3 acc. to EN 61800-5-2
PLd / PLe acc. to EN ISO 13849-1 and
EN ISO 13849-2
General information and safety notes
1.3 Use for the intended purpose
The encoder is not suitable for use in the follow-
ing environment
Use in hazardous areas
Harsh industrial environments
e. g. offshore or the chemical industry
Areas with direct influence of seawater
or spraying seawater
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