S_Button1 and S_Button2 inputs

These state-controlled inputs evaluate the status of the connected buttons of the two-hand control device (as actuated or not actuated). The S_TwoHandOut output can only be switched to SAFETRUE if both inputs switch from SAFEFALSE to SAFETRUE synchronously or with a time offset of less than 500 ms and remain in this state.

Data type: SAFEBOOL

Initial value: SAFEFALSE

Connection: Connect these inputs to the buttons of the two-hand control device to be evaluated, either directly or via additional safety-related functions/function blocks. Constant SAFETRUE or SAFEFALSE values are not permitted.

If the function block is activated (input Activate = TRUE), the possible values at these inputs lead to the following function block behavior:

Value

Description

SAFETRUE

If both inputs S_Button1 und S_Button2 switch from SAFEFALSE to SAFETRUE simultaneously or consecutively within a period of 500 ms (both of the buttons on the two-hand control device are pressed within 500 ms), the S_TwoHandOut output switches to SAFETRUE. The S_TwoHandOut output remains SAFETRUE for as long as both inputs have the SAFETRUE value.

SAFEFALSE

If at least one of the inputs is SAFEFALSE, output S_TwoHandOut = SAFEFALSE.

NOTE:

The S_TwoHandOut output can only switch to SAFETRUE if both inputs have been in the SAFEFALSE state before.

Using two-channel buttons

Irrespective of whether there is a single-channel or two-channel connection between the buttons of the two-hand control device and the Safety Logic Controller, both inputs S_Button1 und S_Button2 are only connected to one signal each. When using two-channel buttons, each two-channel signal must be evaluated or monitored as follows:

  • Either through a suitable upstream safety-related function block, e.g., SF_Equivalent, if the button has two N/C contacts.

  • Or the evaluation of equivalence or antivalence must be performed in the safety-related input device, also see section "Application example".

A single-channel button design for category 3 is only permissible if the safety chain of the connected button of the two-hand control device satisfies the requirements of EN ISO 13849-1 up to category 3 in terms of single-channel applications. With this in mind, the following components in the safety chain need to be considered:

  • Safety Logic Controller, including programming (cross-circuit detection),

  • the connection and cabling between the Safety Logic Controller and the button of the two-hand operator panel, and

  • the complete two-hand operator panel.

Refer to the user documentation specific to the devices used in the safety chain for details of other measures which need to be taken.

 WARNING

NON-CONFORMANCE TO SAFETY FUNCTION REQUIREMENTS

If two-channel buttons are used:

  • Ensure that the components in the safety chain (as listed above) satisfy the requirements of EN ISO 13849-1 up to category 3 in terms of single-channel applications.

  • Be sure that your risk analysis includes an evaluation for using two-channel buttons.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.