Safety Risks During Installation And Service Work On Robots; General Risks During Installation And Service; Spare Parts And Special Equipment - ABB IRB 14000 Product Manual

1 Safety

1.2.4.1 Safety risks during installation and service work on robots

1.2.4 Safety risks
1.2.4.1 Safety risks during installation and service work on robots
Overview
This section includes information on general safety risks to be considered when
performing installation and service work on the robot.
These safety instructions have to be read and followed by any person who deals
with the installation and maintenance of the robot. Only persons who know the
robot and are trained in the operation and handling of the robot are allowed to
maintain the robot. Persons who are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any
other intoxicating substances are not allowed to maintain, repair, or use the robot.

General risks during installation and service

Spare parts and special equipment

ABB does not supply spare parts and special equipment which have not been
tested and approved by ABB. The installation and/or use of such products could
negatively affect the structural properties of the robot and as a result of that affect
the active or passive safety operation. ABB is not liable for damages caused by
the use of non-original spare parts and special equipment. ABB is not liable for
damages or injuries caused by unauthorized modifications to the robot system.
Personal protective equipment
Always use suitable personal protective equipment, based on the risk assessment
for the robot installation.
Nation/region specific regulations
To prevent injuries and damages during the installation of the robot, the regulations
applicable in the country concerned and the instructions of ABB Robotics must be
complied with.
To be observed by the supplier of the complete system
When integrating the robot with external devices and machines:
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• The instructions in the product manual in the chapters Installation and
commissioning, and Repair must always be followed.
• Emergency stop buttons must be positioned in easily accessible places so
that the robot can be stopped quickly.
• Those in charge of operations must make sure that safety instructions are
available for the installation in question.
• Those who install or service/maintain the robot must have the appropriate
training for the equipment in question and in any safety matters associated
with it.
• The supplier of the complete system must ensure that all circuits used in the
safety function are interlocked in accordance with the applicable standards
for that function.
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