Setup & Operation 3. Environment and Installation
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For the Protection-model Manipulator, be sure to install the robot system in an
environment that also meets the following conditions:
Environment · Install indoors.
· Keep away from direct sunlight.
· Keep away from salinity or other contaminants.
· Keep away from flammable or corrosive solvents (including
water)*² and gases.
· Keep away from shock or vibration.
· Keep away from sources of electric noise.
·
It can be used under conditions with dust, oily smoke, metal
powder or other contaminants.*³
*2 The Manipulator body is mainly made of iron and aluminum. It is not rust-proofed.
Do not use the Manipulator under conditions where the Manipulator can expose to
water or any other corrosive liquid.
*3 Any contaminants that can deteriorate sealing performance of nitrile rubber oil sealing,
O-rings, packing seals and liquid gasket should be avoided.
Special Environmental Conditions
The protective seals are attached on the Protection-model Manipulator to prevent dust,
water, etc. from the outside. Follow the precautions in use environment described below:
The surface of the Manipulator has general oil resistance. However, if your requirements
specify that the Manipulator must withstand certain kinds of oil, please consult your
distributor.
Rapid change in temperature and humidity can cause condensation inside the Manipulator.
If your requirements specify that the Manipulator handles food, please consult your
distributor to check whether the Manipulator gives damage to the food or not.
The Manipulator cannot be used in corrosive environments where acid or alkaline is used.
In a salty environment where the rust is likely to gather, the Manipulator is susceptible to
rust.
The controller used with the Protection-model Manipulator does not have protection
features for dusty, wet, or oily environment. The controller must be placed in an
environment that meets the specified conditions.
WARNING
■
Use an earth leakage breaker on the AC power cable of the
Controller to avoid
the electric shock and circuit breakdown caused by an unexpected water leak.
Prepare the earth leakage brake that pertains the controller you are using. For
details, refer to the controller manual.
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