9 Utility
9.2 Brake Release
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9.2.3 Execute Brake Release
To execute a brake release:
1. Turn servos OFF.
– This can be accomplished by pressing the {SERVO} or by pressing 
the Emergency Stop button.
– In MANUAL (TEACH) mode, if servos are in Servo On Ready state 
(Orange), press Emergency Stop button or change mode to 
AUTOMATIC (PLAY) to cancel Servo On Ready state.
– After Emergency Stop button is pressed, turn the Emergency Stop 
button to release the Emergency Stop state.
2. Enable the Brake Release function.
3. Select the axis.
4. Squeeze the Enable Switch during the release operation.
5. Press and hold the {RELEASE BRAKES}.
CAUTION
• Before performing a brake-release operation, securely fix the axis 
on which the brake is to be released.  
Depending on the axis and its posture, the axis may fall due to its own 
weight or it may abruptly move upward due to the attached balancer or 
weight, which may result in personal injury and/or equipment damage.