
2. Safety
18 EPSON RC+ 5.0 (Ver.5.4) User's Guide Rev.4
Resetting the Safeguard
Ensure that the robot system can only be restarted through careful operation from outside
the safeguarded system. The robot will never restart simply by resetting the safeguard
interlock switch. Apply this concept to the interlock gates and presence sensing devices
for the entire system.
Robot Operation Panel
When using the robot operation panel, it must be installed so as to operate the robot system
from outside the safeguard.
2.4.2 Robot System Installation, Start-up, and Testing
Installation
When installing the robot and robot system, follow the instructions contained in each of the
manipulator and controller manuals.
Start-up and Functional Testing
If the
safeguard system is not ready at the time of start-up and functional testing, specify an
area to install the safeguard system (as a temporary measure) and then begin.
During start-up and functional testing, do not allow workers inside the safeguarded area
until the safeguard function is activated.
Before start-up and functional testing, carefully read the related manuals and obtain a good
understanding of safety-related precautions.
Before supplying the robot and robot system with power for the first time, verify the items
listed below.
Items to check before supplying with power
- Prescribed bol
ts are securely tightened to the robot.
- Electrical connections are set up correctly, and power supply conditions (including
voltage, frequency, and error level) are within the specified range.
- Compressed air source (if applicable) is properly connected.
- Peripheral devices are properly connected.
- Safety device is equipped with an interlock switch, and it functions properly.
- Operating environment conditions conform to the conditions specified in the manipulator
and controller manuals.
Items to check after supplying with power
- Start/st
op, mode selection, and other functions work properly.
- Moving axes operate normally, and that the area of motion is limited as stipulated in the
specifications.
- Emergency stop circuit functions correctly.
- Power supply can be shut off.
- Teach operation mode is functioning properly.
- Safety device and interlock switch function correctly.
- Other safeguards (if applicable) are installed correctly in their prescribed locations.
- Robot operates accurately in restricted status (low power status).
- Robot operates properly under rated loads and at maximum speed.
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