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Debug Mode

Switching to debug mode

The following commands lead to a switch to debug mode:

. Commands in the "Online" menu
. Commands in the Debug menu

Danger

Each time when switching from the safe to the unsafe state of the safety controller the user must ensure that the organizational safety of the plant is guaranteed.

Danger

In debug mode, the safety controller is always in unsafe mode. It is the developers responsibility to ensure the safety of the plant by means of organizational measures. These measures must start before the release of the debug services and must be maintained until one of the following events occurs:

  • The resetting of the debug release is confirmed following an online command.

  • The safe mode is constantly and dynamically displayed in the development system.

  • Reset of the safety controller

Writing to multiple PLCs

Caution

For the release of debug services or the execution of commands in the case of multi-PLC projects, the developer must confirm the target name in a dialog so that the command is sent to the correct controller.

Return to the safe state

The return of a safety controller from the unsafe to the safe state can take place by

: