Future Automation EAD-S safety considerations

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EAD - S ELECTRONIC ADVANCE AND DROP General Mitigations: AND SWIVEL - Activate hold-to-run (dead-man-switch) operation. - Locate controls within direct line of sight of the mechanism. INTEGRATION CONSIDERATIONS - Implement password-protected or key-switch-protected operation. MEDIUM RISK - CRUSH HAZARD For more information on ceiling Crush hazard between the mechanism and the integration follow link or scan the QR below https://fa.support/ wall as it closes. Files/CeilingGuidelines MITIGATION Install a light curtain in front and behind the For more information on Pressure Mat integration mechanism to create an exclusion zone. Install follow link or scan the QR a pressure pad on any solid surfaces below the below https://fa.support/Files/ Pressure-Mat mechanism if sufÏcient space cannot be allocated. LOW RISK - CABLE SNAGGING HAZARD Cables could be snagged if not properly managed through and around the mechanism, causing damage to the mechanism and electronics. MITIGATION LOW RISK - FALLING - Ensure all cables are fully restrained within Mechanism falling from wall. suitable cable trunking and at all available points. - Make sure to comply with product MITIGATION instructions. Consult a structural engineer to make HIGH RISK - IMPACT HAZARD sure support structure and fixings are Items left below the mechanism can be crushed strong enough to take the weight of the and/or cause damage to the mechanism as it mechanism and screen. See Tech sheet for opens. details. MITIGATION Ensure the area below the mechanism is kept clear at all times when operating. See also general mitigations. HIGH RISK - IMPACT HIGH RISK - IMPACT HAZARD Impact hazard from the mechanism as it Impact hazard from the mechanism as it swivels. opens. MITIGATION MITIGATION Install a light curtain in front Ensure area below the mechanism is kept clear and behind the mechanism to create an at all times when the mechanism is being used. exclusion zone. Install a pressure pad on If installing or maintaining the mechanism do so any solid surfaces below the mechanism if sufÏcient space cannot be allocated. with the mechanism turned off. www.FUTUREAUTOMATION.net The installer is responsible for conducting a site‑specific risk assessment. Due to the unique conditions of each installation, Future CONSIDERATIONS SHEET UK +44 (0) 1438 833577 US +1 (603) 742 9181 Automation cannot provide an exhaustive list of all potential risks. Installers must ensure that all risks associated with installation, ISSUE001 operation, and maintenance are identified and mitigated in accordance with applicable legislation and best practice. Further safety and servicing guidance is available at: SHEET 1 www.futureautomation.net/safety