General safety instructions
This chapter contains information on safety relating to the software and the associated products. These products do not run independently and are therefore categorized as incomplete machines. The products must be installed by the machine manufacturer in a machine or system. Read the documentation prepared by the machine manufacturer.
Protective equipment
Do not remove or bypass any protective devices. Check all protective devices before operation. Make sure that all emergency switches are present at all times and can be reached by you and other people. People could be seriously or fatally injured by unprotected machine parts.
Careful handling of the software
Only make adjustments within the possible and technical load limits of the components. Careless adjustments of parameters or other settings can lead to serious injuries and damage to the system due to unpredictable movements of the components.
Protection against manipulation and account rights
Be sure to secure your monitor workstation from unauthorized personnel. As a user or administrator, you have access to various settings within the system. Secure your access against unauthorized access and changes. For example, use strong passwords and lock your access when you leave the workplace. Also, comply with the terms of the applicable IT policies.
 | Security Guide Further information on how to protect Beckhoff products against various hazards within the scope of risk management can be found in the Security Guide:
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