YASKAWA YRC1000 Operator's Manual page 4

• 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 buttons on the front door of the
YRC1000, on the programming pendant, 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
TURN
• 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 YRC1000 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 buttons
are located on the front panel of the YRC1000 and on the right of the
programming pendant.
Read and understand the Explanation of the Warning Labels before
operating the manipulator.
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DANGER
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