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Safety Instructions

This section contains safety instructions that must be followed to prevent injury, death, or damage to the device.

Intended Use

The device is intended for the wireless transmission of CAN data in mobile and stationary applications.

It may be used in industrial, agricultural, and forestry environments within the specified operating conditions.

The device is not intended for safety-related applications.

Foreseeable Misuse

The device must not be used in the following ways:

  • Use in safety-related or safety-critical applications (e.g. according to ISO 26262)
  • Use in potentially explosive atmospheres
  • Use as a permanent power source via the internal battery
  • Cleaning with high-pressure equipment (e.g. pressure washer)
  • Any use outside the specified environmental and operating conditions

Qualified Personnel

The device must only be installed, commissioned, and serviced by qualified personnel.

Qualified personnel are trained technicians or electricians with knowledge of:

  • Electrical systems
  • Fieldbus communication (e.g. CAN)
  • Applicable safety regulations

Personnel must have read and understood this documentation and have access to it at all times.

The responsible organization must ensure that only qualified personnel work with the device.

Functional Safety Restrictions

DANGER: Use in safety-related applications

Risk of severe or fatal injury.

The device operates using wireless communication. Data transmission cannot be guaranteed at all times due to possible network limitations, interference, or device malfunctions. The device is not designed, certified, or authorized for use in functional safety or safety-related applications (e.g. according to ISO 26262). Any failure, misconfiguration, or misuse may lead to malfunction of safety-critical systems.

  • Never use this device in applications where human safety depends on its correct operation.
  • Never use the device to influence or interfere with safety-relevant communication (e.g. powertrain CAN or other safety-related networks).
  • The system integrator is responsible for ensuring that the device does not affect safety functions.
  • Do not rely on wireless communication for critical or safety-relevant data transmission.

Explosion and Hazardous Environments

DANGER: Explosion hazard

Risk of severe or fatal injury.

Operation of electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres may cause ignition.

  • Observe all applicable regulations for hazardous areas.
  • Do not install antennas near flammable substances (e.g. fuel tanks).

Aircraft Restrictions

DANGER: Interference with aircraft systems

Risk of severe or fatal injury.

Radio frequency emissions may interfere with aircraft communication systems.

  • Disconnect the power supply before entering an aircraft.
  • Ensure the device cannot be switched on during flight.

Electrical Safety

WARNING: Electric shock

Risk of severe or fatal injury.

  • Do not use the device if there is visible damage.
  • Do not open or repair the device.
  • Repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer.

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure

WARNING: RF exposure and interference

Risk of severe or fatal injury.

Radio frequency emissions may interfere with medical and electronic equipment.

  • Keep a minimum distance of 20 cm between antennas and persons.
  • Do not operate the device near medical equipment (e.g. pacemakers) without verifying compatibility.
  • Follow local regulations in hospitals and sensitive environments.

Installation and Power Supply Risks

WARNING: Improper installation or power supply

Risk of injury or device damage.

  • Installation must be performed by qualified personnel.
  • Protect the power supply circuit with an external 2 A fuse.
  • Disconnect all connections before working on the device.

Mechanical Protection

Risk of property damage

The device is protected against mechanical impacts according to class IK07 (IEC 62262, impact energy 2 joules).

  • If higher protection is required, additional external protection must be provided.
  • If necessary, install external protection measures such as protective housings or shields to protect the device from external influences (e.g. water spray or mechanical impact).

Device Integrity and Handling

Risk of property damage

Improper handling may lead to device malfunction or damage.

  • Do not use damaged cables or connectors.
  • Ensure all connections are correctly assigned and not forced.
  • Do not expose the device to solvents.
  • Do not immerse the device in liquids.
  • Ensure all connectors are properly sealed to maintain protection class (IP).

Cleaning and Environmental Limits

Risk of property damage due to water exposure

The device is resistant to water jets according to IPxK5. Higher pressure or flow rates may cause damage.

  • Do not clean the device with a pressure washer.

Antenna Placement

Interference due to incorrect antenna positioning

Improper antenna placement may reduce performance or cause interference.

  • Maintain a minimum distance of at least 1/4 wavelength between antennas.
  • Avoid distances that are multiples of the wavelength.
  • Do not operate antennas together with other transmitters unless properly evaluated.