•  Before operating the manipulator, make sure the servo power is turned OFF by 
performing the following operations. When the servo power is turned OFF, the 
SERVO ON LED on the programming pendant is turned OFF. 
-  Press the emergency stop button on the programming pendant or on the 
external control device, etc. 
-  Disconnect the safety plug of the safety fence.   
(when in the play mode or in the remote mode) 
If operation of the manipulator cannot be stopped in an emergency, personal injury 
and/or equipment damage may result. 
Fig.: Emergency Stop Button 
   
•  Before releasing the emergency stop, make sure to remove the obstacle or error 
caused the emergency stop, if any, and then turn the servo power ON. 
Failure to observe this instruction may cause unintended movement of the 
manipulator, which may result in personal injury.     
Fig.: Release of Emergency Stop 
  
•  Observe the following precautions when performing a teaching operation within 
the manipulator's operating range: 
-  Be sure to perform lockout by putting a lockout device on the safety fence 
when going into the area enclosed by the safety fence. In addition, the 
operator of the teaching operation must display the sign that the operation is 
being performed so that no other person closes the safety fence. 
-  View the manipulator from the front whenever possible. 
-  Always follow the predetermined operating procedure. 
-  Always keep in mind emergency response measures against the 
manipulator’s unexpected movement toward a person. 
-  Ensure a safe place to retreat in case of emergency. 
Failure to observe this instruction may cause improper or unintended movement of 
the manipulator, which may result in personal injury. 
•  Confirm that no person is present in the manipulator's operating range and that 
the operator is in a safe location before: 
-  Turning ON the YRC1000micro power   
-  Moving the manipulator by using the programming pendant   
-  Running the system in the check mode 
-  Performing automatic operations 
Personal injury may result if a person enters the manipulator's operating range during 
operation. Immediately press an emergency stop button whenever there is a problem. 
The emergency stop button is located on the upper right of the programming 
pendant. 
•  Read and understand the Explanation of the Warning Labels before operating the 
manipulator.