531E,0003/June 2010
2. Safety
2.1 General safety instructions
MAGFORCE linear drives have been designed, built and inspected for safe operation in
accordance with state-of-the-art technology the standards (Machine Directive 89/392
EWG, Low Voltage Directive 73/23 EWG and EMV Directive 897 336 EWG) and have left
the factory in a perfect and safe state. Despite this, the drive can be dangerous to per-
sons and objects if they are not fitted and operated correctly. Therefore these Operating
instructions must be read in detail and understood and the safety instructions must be
taken note of.
In the case of incorrect use and for incorrect purposes, the manufacturer rejects any
kind of liability and guarantee.
The linear drives described in Chapter 1 are machine parts in terms of the Machine
Directive. They are only to be installed in machines and systems by specialist companies
and institutions taking into account the valid guidelines and statutory regulations.
Especially the following directives and the resulting laws and standards must be taken
into consideration:
Ÿ 89/ 392 EWG EU machine directive
Ÿ 72/ 23 EWG EU low voltage directive
Ÿ 897 336 EWG EU-EMV guideline
Depending on the use of the machine or system into which the linear drive is to be
installed, additional product or product group specific guidelines and standards may
apply. It is the machine or system manufacturer who is responsible for ensuring that
these guidelines and standards are complied with .
Linear drives may not be operated after they have been into the machine or system until
all requirements specified in the EU machine directives regarding safety and health have
been fulfilled.
In terms of EMV guidelines, linear drives are classified as supplied parts for the exclusive
use and processing by specialist companies. The measures required to comply with the
MEV Safety regulations must be taken by the manufacturer of the end product taking
into consideration the fitting conditions, wiring, control and switching and must be
checked in accordance with its use.
2.2 Use in accordance with the regulations
MAGFORCE linear drives are only to be used for lifting purposes.
Every other type of use is not permitted. Reconstruction and changes to the linear drives
or the electrical installation is not permitted.
Only original replacement parts and accessories from SKF may be used.
2.3 Identification of dangers
Throughout the Operating instructions, possible dangers and information is identified by
the following symbols:
