Epson RC180 Safety And Installation

2. Installation
RC180 Safety and Installation Rev.18
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2.7 AC power cable
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Be sure to connect the AC power cable to a power receptacle.
DO NOT connect it directly to a factory power source. To shut off
power to the robot system, pull out the power plug from the
power source. Performing any work while connecting the AC
power cable to a factory power source is extremely hazardous
and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot
system
WARNING
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Make sure that cable manufacturing and connection are done
by a qualified personal.
When proceeding, be sure to connect the earth wire of the AC
power cable colored green/yellow on the Controller to the earth
terminal of the factory power supply. The equipment must be
grounded properly at all times to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Always use a power plug and receptacle for power connecting
cable. Never connect the Controller directly to the factory
power supply. (Field wiring)
Plug (Set by the users)
To Controller
M4 Ring solderless terminal
(RC180-UL: M5 Ring solderless terminal)
The AC plug in not attached to the AC power cable delivered at shipment.
Refer to the wire connection specification and attach a proper plug to the cable that
is suitable for the factory power supply. (A plug is prepared as option.)
Cable Wire Connection Specification
Purpose Color
AC power wire (2 cables) Black
Ground wire Green / Yellow
Cable length: 3 mm (Standard)
For RC180-UL
WARNING
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Branch Circuit protection (Rated current: 15 A or less) shall be
installed in the external AC power supplying side in accordance
with the National Electrical Code.
A disconnecting means shall be installed in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and provide the ability for lockout and
tagout.

Epson RC180 Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	RC180
Category	Controller
Language	English