1 Procedures
1.1. Procedure for single robot systems
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1 Procedures
1.1. Procedure for single robot systems
Overview
This instruction is valid for IRC5 single robot systems.
A single robot system contains either a Single Cabinet Controller (controller with integrated 
Control Module and Drive Module) or a Dual Controller (Control Module to which one Drive 
Module is connected).
How to get started
This procedure details how to get started with a single robot system.
Action Info/illustration
1. Mechanically install the robot and controller, and 
connect the electrical power and signal cables 
between them. Also connect the electrical power 
supply.
These procedures are detailed in 
the Product Manuals of robot and 
controller respectively.
2. Make sure all safety related connections are made 
correctly.
Refer to the work station wiring 
diagram.
3. Connect the FlexPendant to the controller.
xx0500001854
A: FlexPendant connector, Single 
Cabinet Controller
4. If the robot system is delivered with fully functional 
system software installed, you can proceed as 
detailed in section How to switch on power in 
Common procedures for all systems on page 11.
If no functional system software has been installed, 
please proceed as detailed in section Common 
procedures for all systems on page 11.
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