Connecting Manipulator And Controller - Epson RC520 Safety And Installation

2.7 Connecting Manipulator and Controller

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C onnecting Precautions
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Before Connection
: Before connecting the connector, make sure that the pins are not bent.
Connecting with the pins bent may damage the connector and result in
malfunction of the robot system.
AC power cable
: Be sure to connect the AC power cable to a power receptacle. DO NOT
connect it directly to a factory power source. To shut off power to the robot
system, pull out the power plug from the power source. Performing any
work while connecting the AC power cable to a factory power source is
extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of
the robot system.
Connecting procedure
: Before performing any connecting procedure, turn OFF the Controller and
related equipment, and then pull out the power plug from the power source.
Performing any replacement procedure with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot
system.
Cable
: Be sure to connect the cables properly. Do not allow unnecessary strain on
the cables. (Do not put heavy objects on the cables. Do not bend or pull
the cables forcibly.) The unnecessary strain on the cables may result in
damage to the cables, disconnection, and/or contact failure.
cables, disconnection, or contact failure is extremely hazardous and may result
in electric shock and/or improper function of the robot system.
Controller power
: Make sure that the power to the Controller is turned OFF and locked out
before connecting or disconnecting any cables. Connecting or disconnecting
any cables with the power ON is extremely hazardous and may result in
electric shock and/or malfunction of the Controller.
Connection
: The serial numbers of the Drive Unit and Manipulator that should be
connected are indicated on the Connection Check Label on the Control Unit.
Connect the Control Unit, the Drive Unit and the Manipulator correctly.
Improper connections between the Drive Unit and the Manipulator and
between the Control Unit and the Drive Unit may cause improper function of
the robot system and also safety problems.
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