Activate input
State-controlled input for
activating the function block.
Data type: BOOL
Initial value: FALSE
Connection: With TRUE constant or TRUE/FALSE input
signal.
| Value | Description | 
| TRUE | The function block is activated,
the inputs are evaluated, and the outputs switched accordingly.Refer to the hazard message and note below this
table. | 
| FALSE | The
function block is not activated. The Done
output is switched to SAFEFALSE. | 
| Note 
 
In order to avoid error states of the FB, you should apply valid and correct values to the remaining inputs of the block before you activate it.If the CommandDelete input is already SAFETRUE when the function block is activated (Activate = TRUE) or when the Safety PLC is started up, the function block execution is started immediately. | 
| Unintended start-up 
 
Be sure that your risk analysis includes an evaluation for the state change at the Done output after activating the safety-related function
block.Make certain that
appropriate procedures and measures (according to applicable sector standards)
have been established to help avoid hazardous situations when activating the
safety-related function block.Use appropriate safety interlocks where personnel and/or equipment
hazards exist. |