1.2
Copyright
The copyright to these operating instructions is held by Siemens AG.
These operating instructions must not be wholly or partly reproduced for competitive
purposes, used in any unauthorized way or made available to third parties without
agreement of Siemens AG.
1.3
Intended use
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 itself.
Figure 1-1
The geared motor complies with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
The rotary encoders comply with the relevant standards for safety-related applications.
Observe the notes in Chapter Securing functional safety (Page 9). 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
•
•
Typical industrial environment
e.g. indoor installation for conveyor technology
Conditionally in port installations
BA 2730
Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E36448105A/RS-AG
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
The encoder is not suitable for use in the
following 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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