IFM EC2061 User manual

Operating instructions
EC2061
EC9203
11471078 / 0009 / 2022
GB

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Contents
1 Safety instructions............................................................ 3
2 Preliminary note ............................................................. 4
3 Intended use................................................................ 5
4 Installation.................................................................. 6
4.1 Mounting surface ....................................................... 6
4.2 Fastening ............................................................. 6
5 Electrical connection.......................................................... 7
6 Operation .................................................................. 8
6.1 Switching characteristics.................................................. 8
7 Maintenance, repair and disposal................................................ 9

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1 Safety instructions
• The unit described is a subcomponent for integration into a system.
– The system architect is responsible for the safety of the system.
– The system architect undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to create documentation in
accordance with legal and normative requirements to be provided to the operator and user of
the system. This documentation must contain all necessary information and safety instructions
for the operator, the user and, if applicable, for any service personnel authorised by the
architect of the system.
• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire service life.
• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and environmental conditions
without any restrictions.
• Only use the product for its intended purpose (Ò Intended use).
• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal injury and/or damage
to property may occur.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability or warranty for any consequences caused by tampering with
the product or incorrect use by the operator.
• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, operation and maintenance of the product must be
carried out by qualified personnel authorised by the machine operator.
• Protect units and cables against damage.

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2 Preliminary note
You will find instructions, technical data, approvals, accessories and further information using the QR
code on the unit / packaging or at www.ifm.com.

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3 Intended use
The inclination sensors are designed for vertical mounting and measure inclination angles around the
Z-axis.
They enable precise spatial monitoring of an object and measure its position in relation to the gravity
of the earth without contact.

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4 Installation
4.1 Mounting surface
uMount the device on a flat mounting surface.
wThe housing must not be exposed to any torsional forces or mechanical stress.
4.2 Fastening
4,5 6,3
uSecure the device with an M6 screw through the metal socket provided for this purpose.
uIf necessary, use the smaller hole for additional fastening (e.g. with a metal bolt).
uInstall the device so that the potting side faces outwards.

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5 Electrical connection
The unit must be connected by a qualified electrician.
uObserve the national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment.
uDisconnect power.
uConnect the unit as follows:
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Designation Core colour Potential
Operating voltage black (BK)
OUT
L+
L
BN
BU
BK
8…30 V DC
Mass brown (BN) GND
Digital output (normally open) blue (BU) -
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Designation Pin Potential
Operating voltage 1: L+
43
2 1
L
+
L
1
4
3
8…30 V DC
Mass 3: L- GND
Digital output (normally open) 4 -
uTo protect the whole system the supply voltage must be protected with max. 0.5 A.
Additional shielding measures may be required to ensure accurate device position information.
The max. signal cable length is 30 m.

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6 Operation
After power-on the device is in the normal operating mode.
Note on switch point SP
• Switch-on point in horizontal installation position (+/-1°) when moving the cable entry from bottom
to top.
• Reset point exceeding the switching hysteresis by moving the cable entry from top to bottom.
off on
6.1 Switching characteristics
+1°
-1°
0°
-2°
-5°
-6°
SP
Switch-on range
Switch-off range
Hysteresis RP
Hysteresis
SP
SP Switch point
RP Reset point

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7 Maintenance, repair and disposal
The unit is maintenance-free.
uContact ifm in case of malfunction.
uDo not open the housing as the unit does not contain any components which can be maintained by
the user. The unit must only be repaired by the manufacturer.
uClean the device using a dry cloth.
uDispose of the unit in accordance with the national environmental regulations.