HIMatrix Safety-Related Controller System Manual for the Modular Systems

HIMatrix

Safety-Related Controller

System Manual for the Modular Systems

Introduction

The modular HIMatrix F60 system described in this manual is safety-related and can be

used for various purposes. The following conditions must be met to safely install and start

up the HIMatrix automation devices, and to ensure safety during their operation and

maintenance:

Knowledge of regulations.

Proper technical implementation of the safety instructions detailed in this manual

performed by qualified personnel.

HIMA will not be held liable for severe personal injuries, damage to property or the

surroundings caused by any of the following: unqualified personnel working on or with the

devices, de-activation or bypassing of safety functions, or failure to comply with the

instructions detailed in this manual (resulting in faults or impaired safety functionality).

HIMatrix automation devices have been developed, manufactured and tested in compliance

with the pertinent safety standards and regulations. They may only be used for the intended

applications under the specified environmental conditions and only in connection with

approved external devices.

1.1

Structure and Use of the Document

This System Manual is composed of the following chapters:

Safety

Intended use

Product Description

Communication

Operating System

User Program

Start-up, operation,

maintenance, placing

out of operation,

transport, disposal

Appendix

Information on how to safely use the HIMatrix system

Allowed applications and environmental requirements for opera

tion of HIMatrix systems.

Basic structure of the HIMatrix system.

Brief description of the HIMatrix compact systems' communica

tion among each other and with other systems. Detailed informa

tion can be found in the communication manuals.

Functions of the operating systems.

Basic information on the user program.

Phases of a HIMatrix system's life cycle.

Glossary

Index of tables and index of figures

Declaration of Conformity

Index

This manual distinguishes between the following variants of the HIMatrix system:

Programming tool

Processor operating system

SILworX

Versions beyond 7

Communication operating

system

ELOP II Factory

Version 12 and beyond

Versions prior to 7

Table 1:

Versions prior to 12

Target Audience

This document addresses system planners, configuration engineers, programmers of

automation devices and personnel authorized to implement, operate and maintain the

modules and systems. Specialized knowledge of safety-related automation systems is

required.

1.3 Formatting Conventions

To ensure improved readability and comprehensibility, the following fonts are used in this

document:

Bold:

Italics:

Courier

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Chapter 1.2.3

To highlight important parts

Names of buttons, menu functions and tabs that can be clicked and

used in the programming tool.

For parameters and system variables

Literal user inputs

Operating state are designated by capitals

Cross references are hyperlinks even though they are not particu

larly marked. When the cursor hovers over a hyperlink, it changes its

shape. Click the hyperlink to jump to the corresponding position.

Safety notes and operating tips are particularly marked.

1.3.1 Safety Notes

The safety notes are represented as described below.

These notes must absolutely be observed to reduce the risk to a minimum. The content is

structured as follows:

Signal word: danger, warning, caution, notice

Type and source of danger

Consequences arising from the danger

Danger prevention