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- Page 1 Spot Dock Information ® for Use v1.0 Original Instructions Boston Dynamics, Inc.
- Page 2 Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 © Boston Dynamics, Inc. 2021 All rights reserved Version 1.0 April 2021 Boston Dynamics, Inc. 200 Smith St. Waltham, MA 02451 +1 617-868-5600 support@bostondynamics.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction .....................5 Manufacturer information ......................5 Definition of a Spot User ........................ 5 Definition of a Spot Operator ...................... 5 Description of the machinery ..................... 6 Specifications ............................9 Expected robot recharge time ....................9 Product safety overview ................10 Spot Dock intended use ....................... - Page 4 Status lights during Spot Dock operation ................17 5.2.1 Checking the battery charge status ..................19 Undocking in teleoperation ....................... 19 5.3.1 Stopping Spot during the undocking process ..............19 Docking in Autowalk ........................20 Maintenance ....................21 Periodic inspection and maintenance ..................21 Cleaning the Dock ..........................21 Emergency situations ................
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Page 5: Introduction
Waltham , MA 02451 Definition of a Spot User In the scope of the present document, a “User” is the entity that uses Spot for the intended use and is responsible for the personnel associated with the robot operation. Users are subject to workplace safety regulations and are active counterparts of the manufacturer in implementing residual risk reduction measures. -
Page 6: Description Of The Machinery
Spot Dock automatically supplies power to recharge the robot’s batteries through a dedicated connection on the rear alignment tower. Charging is automatically enabled by the Spot robot after properly sitting on the Dock and activating the power flow. Charge time varies based on battery state and ambient temperature. However, at 25 °... - Page 7 Spot Dock isometric view Spot Dock rear view...
- Page 8 Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 Rear alignment tower detail When Spot sits down, the connector cover doors open and a connector inside the dock mates to a connector on the underside of the robot. Before power flows, an interlock circuit is completed and then the output power from the dock turns on.
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Page 9: Specifications
0°C to 35°C Network RJ45 Ethernet port Software license Spot Enterprise license required Ingress protection IP54 Expected robot recharge time Estimated robot recharging time using the Spot Dock: Ambient temp 80% charge 100% charge 25°C 50 mins. 2 hours 35°C 2.5 hours... -
Page 10: Product Safety Overview
Users are responsible for the condition of the operating environment. In particular, Users must ensure that: • A working area for Spot and Spot Dock has been delimited and all Operators and persons exposed to the robot are notified of this area before usage. •... -
Page 11: Misuse
2.3.1 EMC considerations Spot Dock has been tested for EMC compliance according to standards related to heavy industrial environments. Spot Dock should be able to withstand EMC disturbances typically found in industrial environments. -
Page 12: Noise
Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 Noise Spot Dock generates a minimal amount of noise. The Dock has two cooling fans so it is normal to hear fans spinning while the Dock is operating. No special PPE is required as a result of the noise generated by the Dock. -
Page 13: Transport, Handling, And Storage
Safe handling Unpacking and moving Spot Dock is a two person task. The Spot Dock weighs more than 18kg. Spot Dock must always be carried by two persons prior to installation on the chosen surface. Do not handle the Spot Dock after putting it into service. -
Page 14: Installation And Commissioning
Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 4 Installation and commissioning Spot Dock must be installed on flat and level ground and remain stable once deployed. Required clearances for Spot Dock Clearance requirements: • Front: 200 mm of open approach space in front of the Dock •... -
Page 15: Mounting Spock Dock To The Floor
4.1.1 Mounting Spock Dock to the floor Fix the Spot Dock to the ground using M12 bolts set 330 mm apart, as indicated in the diagram below. Spot Dock mount point locations and dimensions, in millimeters Installed bolt heads should not protrude more than 25.4 mm above the base plate to avoid presenting a tripping hazard. - Page 16 Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 The Spot Dock charging indicator light is red while charging and turns green when the robot is fully charged. To provide wired network access for the Spot robot, connect an Ethernet cable to the network jack.
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Page 17: Use Of The Machine
To dock the robot using the tablet controller: 1. Navigate to within 2m of the Spot Dock so that the robot can see the fiducial image mounted on the Spot Dock fiducial panel. 2. Tap the red plus sign to open the list of Actions. - Page 18 Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 The robot’s LED status lights are located on the front of the robot. Robot’s LED status lights...
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Page 19: Checking The Battery Charge Status
5.2.1 Checking the battery charge status The Spot Dock charging indicator light is red while charging and turns green when the robot is fully charged. You can also check the battery charge status on the tablet controller: 1. Tap the battery icon on the tablet controller 2. -
Page 20: Docking In Autowalk
If the Spot robot is standing over the docking station when stopped, immediately redocking may cause the Spot robot to fall as it attempts to sit on the Dock contact points. Operators should either walk the robot off the Dock completely and then sit the robot down, or use the automated docking workflow. -
Page 21: Maintenance
6 Maintenance Before conducting any cleaning or inspection operations on Spot Dock, power off the dock and make sure to maintain a safe distance from Spot. Spot should not be docked. Periodic inspection and maintenance Periodic inspection of the connector blocks is advised to identify and clean any corrosion that may have accumulated on the contact points. -
Page 22: Emergency Situations
Robot serial number • Description of the issue Any unauthorized repair or servicing of Spot will invalidate any guarantee of warranties and machine safety. Fire In the unlikely event of a fire, a fire extinguisher rated for use on lithium ion batteries must be used. -
Page 23: Compliance Statement
EU Declaration of Conformity Products in the scope of the Declaration of Conformity: • Spot Dock ( model number 04-00150139-001): Power supply used as a charging docking station for the Spot Robot Listed products fulfill all the relevant provisions of the following directives: •... -
Page 24: Markings
Spot Dock Information for Use v1.0 Markings...
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