4. Use/Operators
4.1 Intended use
The electric cylinder is to be used exclusively for the adjustment of guided components or other
movement applications of a similar nature.
The electric cylinder may not be used in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or in direct
contact with foodstuffs, pharmaceutical or cosmetic products.
Catalogue information, the contents of these assembly instructions and/or conditions determined
in the order are to be taken into account.
The values given in these assembly instructions are maximum values and must not be exceeded.
4.2 Improper use
"Improper use" means that the information given in section Intended use is not being observed.
In the event of improper use, incorrect operation and if this electric cylinder is used, installed or
operated by untrained personnel, this electric cylinder may pose risks for the personnel.
Moving persons with this electric cylinder, for instance, is an example of improper use and is
forbidden.
Improper use voids the liability of RK Rose+Krieger GmbH as well as the general operating
permission for this electric cylinder.
4.2.1 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
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Overloading the appliance by exceeding the weight or duty cycle
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Use outdoors
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Use in an environment with high air humidity > dewpoint
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Use in rooms with a potentially explosive atmosphere as defined in the ATEX directive
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Opening the appliance
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Use with damaged feed lines or housing
Design measures should be taken to prevent potential malfunction of the limit switch. The electric
cylinder may not be exposed to lateral forces. No risk must arise if the mains plug is pulled out.
4.3 Who may use, install and operate this electric cylinder?
Persons who have read and understood all of these assembly instructions are permitted to use the
electric cylinder, install it and operate it. The responsibilities for dealing with this electric cylinder
must be clearly defined and adhered to.
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