Robot controller specification
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9 Robot controller specification
WARNING!
Make sure that there is no one within the P-point maximum envelope of the robot and that
you are in a safe place before turning ON the robot controller power.
Injury may result from collision with the robot to anyone entering the P-point maximum
envelope of the robot.
• Always set the teach lock before starting teaching.
• Observe the following precautions when performing teaching operations within the P-
point maximum envelope of the robot:
– View the robot from the front whenever possible.
– Always follow the predetermined operating procedure.
– Always have an escape plan in mind in case the robot comes toward you
unexpectedly.
– Ensure that you have a place to retreat to in case of emergency.
Improper or unintentional robot operation can result in injury.
• Before operating the robot, check that the SERVO ON lamp goes out when the
emergency stop buttons the programming pendant are pressed.
Injury or damage to machinery may result if the robot cannot be stopped in case of an
emergency.
The emergency stop buttons are located on the right of the front door of the robot controller
and the programming pendant.
CAUTION!
• Perform the following inspection procedures prior to performing teaching operations. If
problems are found, correct them immediately, and be sure that all other necessary
processing has been performed.
– Check for problems in robot movement.
– Check for damage to the insulation and sheathing of external wires.
• Always return the programming pendant to its specified position after use.
If the programming pendant is inadvertently left on the robot, fixture, or on the floor, the
robot or a tool could collide with it during robot movement, possibly causing injuries or
equipment damage.
• Make sure that a system manager stores the key of the mode select switch on the
programming pendant. After operation, the key should be removed and stored by the
system manager.
Improper or unintended robot operation may result in injury.
Also, the key or the mode select switch may be damaged if the programming pendant is
dropped with the key inserted.