Safety; Explanation Of Notifications; General Safety Guidelines - Novanta ATI Axia80 Manual

Manual, F/T Sensor, Ethernet Axia
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1. Safety

The safety section describes general safety guidelines to be followed with this product, explanations of the
notifications found in this manual, and safety precautions that apply to the product. Product specific notifications
are imbedded within the sections of this manual (where they apply).
1.1 Explanation of Notifications
These notifications are used in all of ATI manuals and are not specific to this product. The user should heed
all notifications from the robot manufacturer and/or the manufacturers of other components used in the
installation.
DANGER: Notification of information or instructions that if not followed will result in
death or serious injury. The notification provides information about the nature of the
hazardous situation, the consequences of not avoiding the hazard, and the method for
avoiding the situation.
WARNING: Notification of information or instructions that if not followed could result
in death or serious injury. The notification provides information about the nature of the
hazardous situation, the consequences of not avoiding the hazard, and the method for
avoiding the situation.
CAUTION: Notification of information or instructions that if not followed could result
in moderate injury or will cause damage to equipment. The notification provides
information about the nature of the hazardous situation, the consequences of not
avoiding the hazard, and the method for avoiding the situation.
NOTICE: Notification of specific information or instructions about maintaining, operating,
installing, or setting up the product that if not followed could result in damage to equipment. The
notification can emphasize, but is not limited to: specific grease types, best operating practices,
and maintenance tips.

1.2 General Safety Guidelines

The customer should verify that the sensor is rated for the maximum load and torque expected during
operation. Because static forces are less than the dynamic forces from the acceleration or declaration of the
robot, be aware of the dynamic loads caused by the robot.
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