Epson VT6-A901S - Page 16

VT6L Maintenance 1. Safety Maintenance
4 VT series Maintenance Manual Rev.2
WARNING
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Do not
remove any parts that are not covered in this manual. Follow the
maintenance procedure strictly as described in this manual. Improper removal
of parts or
improper maintenance may not only cause improper function of the
robot system but also serious safety problems.
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Keep away from the Manipulator while
the power is ON if you have not taken the
training courses.
Do not enter the operating area while the power
is ON.
Entering the operating area with the power ON is extremely hazardous and may
cause serious safety problems as the Manipulator may move
even it seems to be
stopped
.
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When you check the operation of the Manipula
tor after replacing parts, be sure to
check it
while you are outside of the safeguarded area. Checking the operation
of the Manipulator while you are inside of the safeguarded area may cause serious
safety problems as the Manipulator may move unexpectedly
.
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Before
operating the robot system, make sure that both the Emergency Stop
switches and safeguard switch function properly.
Operating the robot system
when the switches do not function properly is extremely hazardous and may result
in serious bodily injury and/or serious damage
to the robot system as the switches
cannot fulfill their intended functions in an emergency.
WARNING
■
To shut off power
to the robot system, disconnect the power plug from the power
source. Be sure to connect the power cable to a power plug.
DO NOT connect it directly to a factory power source.
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Before
performing any replacement procedure, turn OFF the Controller and
related equipment,
and then disconnect the power plug from the power source.
Performing any replacement procedure with the power ON is extremely hazardous
and may result in
electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot system.
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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.
CAUTION
■
Manipulator
may be warmed up due to motor heat or similar causes. Do not
touch the Manipulator
until temperature falls. Also, make sure the temperature
of the Manipulator falls and is
not hot when you touch it. Then perform teaching
or
maintenance.
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When performing maintenance on the Manipulator, secure an empty space of
about 50 cm around the Manipulator.