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Function and Device Design
Explosion hazard due to improper use!
Non-compliance results in severe or fatal injuries.
• The device may only be used according to the operating conditions
• Use the device only for the intended purpose specified in this
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Function
Application range
Position the position switches, control and monitor the moving parts on machines and
systems. Because they meet the requirements of the EN 50 041 and IEC 60947-5-1
product standards, they can also be used as a position switch with a safety function.
Position switches of the 8070/2 series are permitted to be used in hazardous areas of
zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.
Mode of operation
In conjunction with a safety door guard and the corresponding circuitry, the PL position
switches reach "e" in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1, or up to SIL 3 in accordance with
EN 62061.
They are identified with the ¯ character for positive opening operation.
There are snap- and slow-action versions with different types of contacts as well as with
a variety of different actuating elements.
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described in this manual.
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Function and Device Design
DANGER
Position Switches
Series 8070/2
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