About The Automatic Mode - ABB IRC5 with FlexPendant Operating Manual

1.4.3 About the automatic mode

What is the automatic mode?
In automatic mode the safety function of the three-position enabling device is
bypassed so that the manipulator is allowed to move without human intervention.
Tasks normally performed in the automatic mode
The following tasks are normally performed in automatic mode.
Limitations in automatic mode
Jogging is not possible in automatic mode. There may be other specific tasks that
should not be performed in automatic mode.
Consult your plant or system documentation to find out which specific tasks should
not be performed in automatic mode.
Active safeguard mechanisms
For IRC5, both the general mode stop (GS) mechanisms, the automatic mode stop
(AS) mechanisms, and the superior stop (SS) are all active while operating in
automatic mode.
Coping with process disturbances
Process disturbances may not only affect a specific manipulator cell but an entire
chain of systems even if the problem originates in a specific cell.
Extra care must be taken during such a disturbance since that chain of events may
create hazardous operations not seen when operating the single manipulator cell.
All remedial actions must be performed by personnel with good knowledge of the
entire production line, not only the malfunctioning manipulator.
Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant
3HAC050941-001 Revision: G
WARNING
Prior to selecting automatic mode, any suspended safeguards shall be returned
to their full functionality.
• Starting and stopping processes.
• Loading, starting, and stopping RAPID programs.
• Returning the manipulator to its path when returning to operation after an
emergency stop.
• Backing up the system.
• Restoring backups.
• Cleaning tools.
• Preparing or replacing work objects.
• Performing other process oriented tasks.
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