Functions 6. Operation Mode (TEACH/AUTO/TEST)
116 RC700 Series Rev.3
6.2 Switch Operation Mode
Change the operation mode using the mode selector key switch on the Teach Pendant.
When changing operation mode, operate it outside the safeguard to avoid danger.
To change to TEST operation mode:
TP1 : Push the function key in TEACH mode.
TP3 : Tap the [Test] tab on the touch panel in TEACH mode.
TEACH mode Turn the mode selector key switch to “TEACH” for TEACH mode.
Pauses the executing program when operation mode is switched to
TEACH mode.
The operating Robot stops by Quick Pause.
AUTO mode Turn the mode selector key switch to “AUTO” and change the latch
release input signal to ON position for AUTO mode.
TP1 Turn the mode selector key switch to “TEACH” for “TEACH”
Push <F1> key-
[Test Mode] in [Jog & Teach] dialog of TEACH
mode. The mode will be changed to TEST.
TP3 T1 Turn the mode selector key switch to “TEACH/T1” for
“TEACH” mode. Tap the [Test] tab to change the mode to
T2 Turn the mode selector key switch to “TEACH/T2” for
“TEACH” mode. Tap the [Test] tab to change the mode to
The TEACH mode status is latched by software.
To switch the mode from TEACH to AUTO, release the latched condition using the latch
release input.
Teach Pendant displays “Workers must leave the safeguard area”
message. Please ensure
safety when working.
For details on how to release latch, refer to 11.1
Safety Door Switch and Latch Release
Switch.
T2 mode cannot be used on RC700-A Controllers complying with the UL standards.
When switching the mode by mode
selector key switch, the motor turns off.
When switching the mode by mode
selector key switch, turn off the Enable Switch.
If you switch the mode with the mode selector key switch and turn on the motor while the
enable switch is ON, an error will occur. Turn the Enable Switch off and then on again,
and then turn on the motor.