
Safety functions
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4 Safety functions
Global E-STOP function
In an emergency, the whole machine (processing unit and conveyor) can be stopped from
both areas via the E-STOP pushbuttons (ES1 and ES2).
Monitored start with rising and falling edge
If the E-STOP function has been triggered, confirmation must be given on the operator
panel in order for the machine to restart.
Zone 1: Processing unit
The processing unit is secured using a safety gate and light curtain.
}Safety gate safety function (SG1)
If the safety gate is opened, then the processing unit is stopped.
The safety function is started with a monitored start with rising and falling edge. If the
safety function has been triggered, confirmation must be given on the operator panel in
order for the processing unit to restart.
}Light curtain safety function (LC)
If the light curtain is interrupted, then the processing unit is stopped.
The safety function of the light curtain is temporarily suspended through integrated L-mut-
ing, so that the products can exit the processing area without the processing unit being
stopped.
The safety function is started with a monitored start with rising and falling edge. If the
safety function has been triggered, confirmation must be given on the operator panel in
order for the processing unit to restart.
Zone 2: Packaging unit with inspection area
The inspection area is equipped with a hatch for maintenance work. The hatch is secured
using a safety switch.
}Safety gate safety function (SG2)
The conveyor is stopped via a safety switch as soon as the hatch is opened.
The safety function is started with a monitored start with rising and falling edge. If the
safety function has been triggered, confirmation must be given on the operator panel in
order for the conveyor to restart.