Warning; Risk Assessment And Final Application - ROBOTIQ EPick Instruction Manual

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2.1 . Warning

Caution
Any use of the Gripper in non-compliance with these warnings is deemed inappropriate and may cause injury or damage.
Warning
Always use the suction cup system and its components (air nodes, port plug, etc.) with the Robotiq Vacuum Gripper only.
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Never operate the Vacuum Gripper with leaking or worn parts.
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The Vacuum Gripper needs to be properly secured before operating the robot.
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Do not install or operate a Gripper that is damaged or lacking parts.
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Never supply the Gripper with an alternating current source.
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Make sure all cord sets are always secured at both ends—Gripper and robot.
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Always meet the recommended keying for electrical connections.
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Make sure no individuals or assets are in the vicinity of the robot and/or Gripper prior to initializing the robot.
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Always meet the Gripper's payload specifications.
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Set your vacuum level based on your application.
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Keep body parts and clothing away from the Gripper while the device is powered on.
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Do not use the Gripper on people or animals.
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Never stand under suspended loads held by the Vacuum Gripper.
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2.1 .1 . Risk assessment and final application:

The Robotiq Vacuum Gripper is meant to be used on cobots and industrial robots.
The robot, the Gripper and any other equipment used in the final application must go through a comprehensive risk assessment
process before they can be used. Special care must be taken during this step if custom mounting options are used for the suction cups.
Caution
It is the robot integrator's responsibility to ensure that all local safety measures and regulations are met.
The following non-exhaustive list presents risks that must be assessed during the integration process:
Risk of contact between body parts and suction cups during gripping;
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Risk of load ejection resulting from loss of vacuum;
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Risk of load dropping resulting from loss of vacuum;
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