Epson G3 Series User Manual

Maintenance 4. Cable
94 G3 Rev.14
CAUTION
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If the connectors have been disconnected during the replacement of the cable
unit, b
e sure to reconnect the connectors to their proper positions. Refer to the
block diagrams.
Improper connection of the connectors may result in improper
function of the
robot system.
For details on the connections, refer to
Maintenance: 4.2 Wiring Diagrams.
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When installing the cover, be careful not to allow the cables to interfere with the
cover mounting and do
not bend these cables forcibly to push them into the
cover.
Unnecessary strain on cables may result in damage to the cables,
disconnection, and/or contact failure. Damaged cables, disconnection, or
contact fail
ure is extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or
improper function of the robot system.
When
routing the cables, observe the cable locations
after removing the cover.
Be sure to
place the cables back to their original locations.
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Be
sure to connect the cables properly. Do not allow unnecessary strain on the
cables. (Do not
put heavy objects on the cables. Do not bend or pull the cables
forcibl
y.) The unnecessary strain on the cables may result in damage to the
cables, disconnection
, and/or contact failure. Damaged cables, disconnection,
or contact failure is extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or
improper function of the robot system.
Cable unit
Removal
(1)
Turn ON the Controller and change the motor to OFF
status (MOTOR OFF).
(2)
Press and hold
the brake release switch to let the shaft down. Be sure to keep
enough space and prevent the
end effector hitting any peripheral equipment.
The brake release
switch affects only Joint #3. When the brake release switch is
pressed, the brake
for Joint #3 is released simultaneously.
Be careful of the shaf
t while the brake release switch is being pushed because it may
be lowered by the weight of
an end effector.
(3)
Turn OFF
the Controller and disconnect the power cable and signal cable connectors
from thee controller
.
(4)
Remove the connector plate.
For details, refer to Maintenance: 3.4 Connector Plate.
(5)
Remove the connector sub plate.
For details, refer to Maintenance: 3.5 Connector Sub Plate.
(6)
Connect the spare battery to the spare battery connector (XB11) of Joint
#1 signal
cable
.
- Use the battery unit as the spare battery.
- The position of Joint #1 motor is stored with the battery on Arm #2/
Connect the spare battery otherwise the Joint #1 position data will be lost.
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NOTE

Epson G3 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	G3 Series
Category	Robotics
Language	English