Daily Inspection - Omron SCARA XE Series Maintenance Manual

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The following is an inspection list that must be performed every day before and after operating the robot.
Inspection to be performed with the controller turned off
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Step1
Turn off the controller.
Step2
Place a sign indicating the robot is being adjusted.
Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from operating the controller switch.
Step3
Perform the daily inspection.
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Enter the safety enclosure and check the following points.
Robot cable
User cable and wiring
Regulator, joints, air tube,
solenoid valve, air cylinder
Robot exterior
Inspection to be performed with the controller turned on
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Step1
Turn on the controller.
Check that no one is inside the safety enclosure, and then turn on the controller.
Step2
Place a sign indicating the robot is being adjusted.
Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from operating the controller,
programming box or operation panel.
Step3
Perform the daily inspection.
Check the following points from outside the safety enclosure.
Safety enclosure
Emergency stop device
Robot movement
Z-axis brake operation *
* Visually check the Z-axis movement when you press the emergency stop button from outside the safety enclosure and
also when you turn off the controller.
Adjustment and parts replacement
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CAUTION
• After inspection, if you notice any adjustment or parts replacement is needed, first turn off the controller and
then enter the safety enclosure to perform the necessary work. To perform the inspection after the adjustment
and parts replacement work, follow the steps stated in
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• If repair or parts replacement is required for the robot or controller, please contact your distributor. This work
requires specialized technical knowledge and skill, so do not attempt it by yourself.
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Daily inspection

Checkpoint
Checkpoint
Inspection to be performed with the controller turned on described above.
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Check for scratches, dents and excessive bend and kinks. (If the machine
harness or robot cable is damaged, contact your distributor.)
Check air pressure.
Check for air leaks.
Check drain.
Check air filter for clogging or damage.
Check for damage. (If a damage is found, contact your distributor.)
Check if the safety enclosure is in place.
Check if emergency stop is triggered when the door is opened.
Check if warning labels are affixed at the entrance and clearly visible.
Press the emergency stop button to check if it works.
Check for abnormal movement and excessive vibration and noise. (If any
abnormal symptom is found, contact your distributor.)
Check if the brake works to stop the Z-axis from dropping more than 3mm from
the stationary point. (If any abnormal operation is found, contact your
distributor.)
Inspection to be performed with the controller turned
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Procedure
Procedure