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11.3
Regular Tests by a Person Qualified and Authorized to Perform the
Task
Regular tests must be performed taking into consideration applicable local
requirements, especially for guidelines on machines and using work material and work
safety guidelines. The purpose of these tests is to discover changes (for example lag
times) or manipulations on a machine, vehicle or piece of safety equipment.
To do this, see the checklists under Chapter 11.5 or 11.6
•
Have the effectiveness of the safety equipment checked within the required
periods, but at least once a year by a trained and knowledgeable person.
•
The checklists mentioned above are ideal for regular tests, especially checks for
safety-related changes to the machine, the vehicle or the piece of safety
equipment.
11.4
Daily Test by with Test Piece Performed by Responsible Operating
Personnel
The SIMATIC FS600 Laser Scanner is a safety-oriented laser scanner of Category
Typ3. It is extremely important, however, to check the effectiveness of the detection
zone with the test piece daily or after a shift change. This ensures that if the parameters
or operating mode is changed, the protective function is ensured at every point in the
detection zone.
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