Robot Safety Protection - Delta DRV70L Series User Manual

4. Robot Safety Protection

 The final system integrator must follow the instructions in this manual to
 Once the safety protection system and wiring are completed, then you can
 Follow the instructions in this manual for the safety protection and wiring, or our
 Do not perform any operations with the robot before the safety protection
 Do not bypass the safety protection system. The safety protection system

4.1 Robot Safety Protection

Robot safety protection refers to the protection equipment set up around the robot. These prevent workers
from getting close to the robot while it is operating and being accidently hit by the robot. The final system
integrator should properly construct the safety protection devices to ensure that the workers do not get
hit and injured by the robot.
The complete robot safety protection should include:
1. Emergency Stop Device
Must be a dual-channel NC contact mechanical type emergency stop device.
This type of device can be an Emergency Stop button, pull-rope switch or a similar device.
2. Railings, Gratings, Pressure Pads or Laser Scanners
Use equipment such as railings, gratings, pressure pads or laser scanners in the working range of
the robot to prevent workers from getting close and being injured.
The maximum working range of the robot must be considered for the protection range.
3. Teaching Pendant Enable Switch
This is the third switch on the back of the teaching pendant. You must press the Enable switch when
manually performing teaching point operations to teach the robot. You stop robot operations by
either releasing the switch or by pressing the switch all the way to the bottom.
construct a safe overall protection system for the robot to prevent injuries or
fatalities to workers.
connect power to the DCV controller and operate the robot.
company will not be held responsible for any injuries sustained by the workers.
system construction is complete.
includes the Emergency Stop signal, railings, pressure pad, gratings, laser
scanners and any safety device signals that protect the workers.
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4. Robot Safety Protection