Intended Use; Improper Use - HEIDENHAIN EIB 8000 Betriebsanleitung

1.1.7 Symbols and fonts used for marking text
In these instructions the following symbols and fonts are
used for marking text:
Format Meaning
... Identifies an action and
the result of this action
...
Example:
Tap OK
The message is closed
... Identifies an item of a list
... Example:
TTL interface
EnDat interface
...
Bold
Identifies menus, displays and buttons
Example:
Tap Shut down
The operating system shuts down
Turn the power switch off
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2 Safety
General accepted safety precautions, in particular the
applicable precautions relating to the handling of live
electrical equipment, must be followed when operating
the system. Failure to observe these safety precautions
may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
It is understood that safety rules within individual
companies vary. If a conflict exists between the material
contained in these instructions and the rules of a
company using this system, the more stringent rules take
precedence.
2.1

Intended use

The product must only be operated when in proper and
safe condition. It is intended solely for the following use:
Position measurements with up to eight incremental
or absolute encoders for inspection stations or
multipoint inspection apparatuses, for example
Any other use of the product or any use beyond that
specified is considered improper use and may cause
hazards and damage.
The product supports the use of a wide
variety of peripheral devices from different
manufacturers. HEIDENHAIN cannot make
any statements on the intended use of these
devices. The information on their intended
use, which is provided in the respective
documentations, must be observed. If no such
information has been supplied, it must be
requested from the manufacturers concerned.
2.2

Improper use

Any use not specified in "Intended use" is considered to
be improper use. The company operating the device is
solely liable for any damage resulting from improper use.
In addition, the following applications are not permissible:
Use with parts, cables or connectors that are defective
or that do not comply with applicable standards
Use in potentially explosive environments or fire risk
areas
Use outside the specified operating conditions, see
"Specifications", Page 36
Any alterations of the product or peripherals that have
not been authorized by the manufacturers
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