STI Omron F3SG-RA Series User manual

F3SG-□RA/□RE Series
Safety Light Curtain
User's Manual
Cat. No. Z352-E1-10
http://www.ia.omron.com/f3sg-r

Introduction
Be sure to have F3SG-R be handled by a "Responsible Person" who is well aware of and familiar with the machine to be installed.
The term "Responsible Person" used in this Instruction Manual means the person qualified, authorized and responsible to secure
"safety" in each process of the design, installation, operation, maintenance services and disposition of the machine.
It is assumed that F3SG-R will be used properly according to the installation environment, performance and function of the machine.
Responsible Person should conduct risk assessment on the machine and determine the suitability of this product before installation.
Read this Manual thoroughly to understand and make good use of the descriptions before installing and operating the product.
Keep this Manual at the place where the operator can refer to whenever necessary.
Original instructions
Trademarks
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Any use of such marks by
Omron is under license. The names of the other companies and products mentioned herein are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Thank you for purchasing the F3SG-RA/RE Series Safety Light Curtain (hereinafter referred to as the "F3SG-R").
This is the instruction Manual describing the use of F3SG-R.
Always heed the following points when using the F3SG-R:

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1. The F3SG-R does not receive type approval provided by Article 44-2 of the Industrial Safety and Health
Act of Japan. When using the F3SG-R in Japan as a "safety system for pressing or shearing machines"
prescribed in Article 42 of that law, the machine control system must receive type approval.
2. The F3SG-R is electro-sensitive protective equipment (ESPE) in accordance with European Union (EU)
Machinery Directive Index Annex V, Item 2.
3. EU Declaration of Conformity
OMRON declares that the F3SG-R is in conformity with the requirements of the following EU Directives:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
4. Conforming Standards
(1) European standards
EN61496-1 (Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE), EN 61496-2 (Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD), EN61508-1 through -4
(SIL 3 for Type 4 and SIL 1 for Type 2),
EN ISO 13849-1:2015 (PL e, Category 4 for Type 4 and PL c, Category 2 for Type 2)
(2) International standards
IEC61496-1 (Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE), IEC61496-2 (Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD), IEC61508-1 through -
4 (SIL 3 for Type 4 and SIL 1 for Type 2),
ISO 13849-1:2015 (PL e, Category 4 for Type 4 and PL c, Category 2 for Type 2)
(3) JIS standards
JIS B 9704-1 (Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE), JIS B 9704-2 (Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD)
(4) North American standards
UL61496-1 (Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE), UL61496-2 (Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD), UL508, UL1998,
CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.0.8
(5) Chinese standards
GB/T4584 (Specification of active opto-electronic protective devices for presses)
5. Third-Party Certifications
(1) TÜV SÜD
• EC Type-Examination certificate:
EU Machinery Directive, Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE (EN61496-1), Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD (EN 61496-
2)
• Certificate:
Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE (EN61496-1), Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD (EN61496-2), EN 61508-1 through -
4 (SIL 3 for Type 4 and SIL 1 for Type 2), EN ISO 13849-1:2015 (PL e, Category 4 for Type 4, and PL c,
Category 2 for Type 2)
(2) UL
• UL Listing:
Type 4 and Type 2 ESPE (UL61496-1), Type 4 and Type 2 AOPD (UL61496-2), UL508, UL1998, CAN/
CSA C22.2 No.14, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.0.8
(3) China National Casting and Forging Machines Quality Supervision and Inspection Center
• Certificate:
GB/T4584 (Specification of active opto-electronic protective devices for presses) (Type 4)
Legislation and Standards

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6. Other Standards
The F3SG-R is designed according to the standards listed below. To make sure that the final system
complies with the following standards and regulations, you are asked to design and use it in accordance
with all other related standards, laws, and regulations. If you have any questions, consult with specialized
organizations such as the body responsible for prescribing and/or enforcing machinery safety regulations
in the location where the equipment is to be used.
• European Standards: EN415-4, EN691-1, EN692, EN693, IEC/TS 62046
• U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Standards: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212
• U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Standards: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.217
• American National Standards: ANSI B11.1 to B11.19
• American National Standards: ANSI/RIA R15.06
• Canadian Standards Association CSA Z142, Z432, Z434
• SEMI Standards SEMI S2
• Japan Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare "Guidelines for Comprehensive Safety Standards of
Machinery", Standard Bureau's Notification No. 0731001 dated July 31, 2007.rms and Conditions
Agreement
• Chinese National Standards: GB17120, GB27607

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Warranties.
(a) Exclusive Warranty. Omron's exclusive warranty is that the Products will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of sale by Omron (or such other period
expressed in writing by Omron). Omron disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.
(b) Limitations. OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF
THE PRODUCTS. BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT ALONE HAS DETERMINED THAT THE
PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR INTENDED USE.
Omron further disclaims all warranties and responsibility of any type for claims or expenses based on
infringement by the Products or otherwise of any intellectual property right.
(c) Buyer Remedy. Omron's sole obligation hereunder shall be, at Omron's election, to (i) replace (in the form
originally shipped with Buyer responsible for labor charges for removal or replacement thereof) the non-
complying Product, (ii) repair the non-complying Product, or (iii) repay or credit Buyer an amount equal to
the purchase price of the non-complying Product; provided that in no event shall Omron be responsible for
warranty, repair, indemnity or any other claims or expenses regarding the Products unless Omron's
analysis confirms that the Products were properly handled, stored, installed and maintained and not
subject to contamination, abuse, misuse or inappropriate modification. Return of any Products by Buyer
must be approved in writing by Omron before shipment. Omron Companies shall not be liable for the
suitability or unsuitability or the results from the use of Products in combination with any electrical or
electronic components, circuits, system assemblies or any other materials or substances or environments.
Any advice, recommendations or information given orally or in writing, are not to be construed as an
amendment or addition to the above warranty.
See http://www.omron.com/global/ or contact your Omron representative for published information.
Limitation on Liability; Etc.
OMRON COMPANIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY
WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY.
Further, in no event shall liability of Omron Companies exceed the individual price of the Product on which
liability is asserted.
Suitability of Use.
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes or regulations which
apply to the combination of the Product in the Buyer's application or use of the Product. At Buyer's request,
Omron will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings and limitations of use
which apply to the Product. This information by itself is not sufficient for a complete determination of the
suitability of the Product in combination with the end product, machine, system, or other application or use.
Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining appropriateness of the particular Product with respect to
Buyer's application, product or system. Buyer shall take application responsibility in all cases.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCT FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY OR IN LARGE QUANTITIES WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS
BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT(S) IS PROPERLY
RATED AND INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
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Programmable Products.
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for the user's programming of a programmable Product, or any
consequence thereof.
Performance Data.
Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for the user
in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of Omron's test
conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to
the Omron's Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
Change in Specifications.
Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other
reasons. It is our practice to change part numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the Product may be changed
without any notice. When in doubt, special part numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key specifications
for your application. Please consult with your Omron's representative at any time to confirm actual
specifications of purchased Product.
Errors and Omissions.
Information presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or proofreading errors or omissions.

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Indications and Meanings for Safe Use
The precautions listed in this document indicated by alert symbols and statements must be followed for the
safe use of the F3SG-R. Failure to follow all precautions and alerts may result in an unsafe use or
operation.Thoroughly read this manual and understand the installation procedures, operation check
procedures, and maintenance procedures before using F3SG-R.
The following word and symbols are used in this document.
Meaning of Signal Word
Meanimgs of Alert Symbols
Alert Statements in this Manual
Stop the machine immediately if the F3SG-R and the machine installed with the F3SG-R does
not operate as intended.
Make sure to test the operation of the F3SG-R after setting with DIP Switch to verify that the
F3SG-R operates as intended. Make sure to stop the machine until the test is complete.
Unintended settings may cause a person to go undetected, resulting in serious injury or death.
For users
The F3SG-R must be installed, configured, and incorporated into a machine control system by a
sufficiently trained and qualified person. An unqualified person may not be able to perform these
operations properly, which may cause a person to go undetected, resulting in serious injury.
Safety Precautions
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, is likely to result in
serious injury or may result in death. Additionally there may be severe property
damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or
moderate injury, or may result in serious injury or death. Additionally there may be
significant property damage.
Indicates prohibited actions.
Indicates mandatory actions.
Indicates the risk of electric shock.

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For machines
Do not use this sensor for machines that cannot be stopped by electrical control. For example,
do not use it for a pressing machine that uses full-rotation clutch. Otherwise, the machine may
not stop before a person reaches the hazardous part, resulting in serious injury.
To use F3SG-R in PSDI mode (initiation of cycle operations by a presence sensing device), you
must configure an appropriate circuit between F3SG-R and the machine.For details about PSDI,
refer to OSHA1910.217, IEC61496-1, and other relevant standards and regulations.
For installation
Make sure Responsible Person tests the operation of the F3SG-R after installation to verify that
the F3SG-R operates as intended. Make sure to stop the machine until the test is complete.
Unintended installation, wiring or function settings may cause a person to go undetected,
resulting in serious injury.
Make sure to install the F3SG-R at the safety distance from the hazardous part of the machine.
Otherwise, the machine may not stop before a person reaches the hazardous part, resulting in
serious injury.
Install a protective structure so that the hazardous part of a machine can only be reached by
passing through the sensor's detection zone. If access to the hazardous part by reaching over
the detection zone of a vertically mounted F3SG-R cannot be excluded, the height of the
detection zone and the safety distance shall be determined in consideration of such a risk. Install
the sensors so that part of the person is always present in the detection zone when working in a
machine's hazardous zones. If a person is able to step into the hazardous zone of a machine
and remain behind the F3SG-R's detection zone, configure the system with restart interlock
function. Failure to do so may result in serious injury due to unexpected startup.
Install the reset switch in a location that provides a clear view of the entire hazardous zone and
where it cannot be activated from within the hazardous zone.
Install the pre-reset switch always in the hazardous zone and where it cannot be activated from
outside the hazardous zone.
The F3SG-R cannot protect a person from a projectile exiting the hazardous zone. Install
protective cover(s) or fence(s).
When the fixed blanking or floating blanking function is used, observe the following. Failure to do
so may cause a person to go undetected, resulting in serious injury.
• Responsible Person must verify that a test rod is detected for all detection zones except the
blanked area.
• When the fixed blanking function is used, install a protective structure to cover the whole
blanked area in order to prevent personnel approach to hazardous part of the machine through
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Detection capability gets larger when fixed/floating blanking or reduced resolution function is
used. When these functions are used, the safety distance calculation must be based on the
increased detection capability for these functions. Otherwise the machine may not stop before a
person reaches to the hazardous part, resulting in serious injury.
A warning zone must not be used for safety applications. Always install your system so that a
detection zone should be passed before reaching a hazardous part of the machine. If access to
the hazardous part by reaching over the detection zone of a vertically mounted F3SG-R cannot
be excluded, the height of the detection zone and the safety distance shall be determined in
consideration of such a risk.
When a warning zone is configured, you must attach labels that indicate a border between
normal detection zone and warning zone. Otherwise the machine may not stop before a person
reaches to the hazardous part, resulting in serious injury.
A warning zone must be configured based on a safety distance.
The muting and override functions disable the safety functions of the device. You must ensure
safety using other method when these functions are operating.
Install muting sensors so that they can distinguish between the object that is being allowed to
pass through the detection zone and a person. If the muting function is activated by the detection
of a person, the machine may not stop operating, resulting in serious injury.
Muting lamps that indicate the state of the muting and override functions must be installed where
they are clearly visible to workers from all the operating positions.
Use 2 independent input devices for muting inputs. Failure to do so may result in a muting status
due to a single muting sensor's failure.
Muting related time must be properly configured for its application by a sufficiently trained and
qualified person, and the person must have responsibility for settings, especially when setting
the muting time limit to infinite.
Install F3SG-R, muting sensor, and physical barrier, and configure time settings for muting so
that an operator should not enter hazardous zone.
The dynamic muting function can configure a new muting zone after muting is enabled based on
a result measuring a workpiece height for a certain period of time. The function must be
completely verified by a trained and qualified person before being used. Take additional safety
measures if necessary.
Install the switch to activate the override function in a location that provides a clear view of the
entire hazardous zone and where it cannot be activated from within the hazardous zone. Make
sure that nobody is in the hazardous zone before activating the override function.
Override time must be properly configured for its application by a sufficiently trained and qualified
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Make sure to connect an override cancel switch to the Reset line when using the override
function. Otherwise the override state may not be released by the override cancel switch,
resulting in serious injury.
When muting error occurs with workpiece blocking the F3SG-R, there are two methods to
forcibly remove the workpiece.
1) Manual operation (with additional safety measure); or
2) Override function (Override at Normal Operation / Override upon Startup)
Only one of the methods, either 1) or 2) must be used.
If they are used at the same time, the override may be activated at an unexpected timing.
Install F3SG-R so that it is not affected by reflective surfaces. Failure to do so may hinder
detection, resulting in serious injury. For an installation distance from reflective surfaces, see 4-1-
3. Distance from Reflective Surfaces.
When using more than 1 set of F3SG-R in adjacent areas, the emitter of one F3SG-R may
interfere with the receiver of the other, causing the safety functions to stop working properly.
Install, configure and maintain them so that mutual interference does not occur.
Make sure that foreign material such as water, oil, or dust does not enter the F3SG-R or the
connector while the cap or the cover of the DIP Switch is removed.
To change the response time, calculate the safety distance based on the setting. Otherwise, the
machine may not stop before a person reaches the hazardous part, resulting in serious injury.
Do not use the sensor system with mirrors in a retro-reflective configuration as shown below.
Doing so may hinder detection. It is possible to use mirrors to alter the detection zone to a 90-
degree angle.
Perform an inspection for all F3SG-R as described in Chapter 6 Checklists. When using cascade
connections, perform inspections for every connected F3SG-R.
Mirror
Mirror
Position with retro-reflection
Position with detection zone bent at 90