1. Preface
1.2. Important Safety Notice
The robot is partly completed machinery (see ) and as such a risk assessment is required for each
installation of the robot. You must follow all of the safety instructions in chapter
page 7.
1.3. How to Read This Manual
This manual contains instructions for installing and programming the robot. The manual is
separated into two parts:
Hardware Installation Manual
The mechanical and electrical installation of the robot.
PolyScope Manual
Programming of the robot.
This manual is intended for the robot integrator who must have a basic level of mechanical and
electrical training, as well as be familiar with elementary programming concepts.
1.4. Where to Find More Information
The support website (www.universal-robots.com/support) contains the following:
• Other language versions of this manual
• PolyScope Manual
• The Service Manual with instructions for troubleshooting, maintenance and repair
• The Script Manual for advanced users
1.4.1. UR+
The UR+ site (www.universal-robots.com/plus) is an online showroom that provides cutting-edge
products to customize your UR robot application. You can find everything you need in one place—
from end-effectors and accessories to vision cameras and software. All products are tested and
approved to integrate with UR robots, ensuring simple set-up, reliable operation, smooth user
experience, and easy programming. You can also access the UR+ Partner Program via our new
software platform (plus.universal-robots.com), allowing you to design more user-friendly products
for UR robots.
1.4.2. UR Forums
The UR Forums site (forum.universal-robots.com) allows robot enthusiasts of all skill levels to
connect (connect to whom? eachother ot to UR?), ask questions, share (share what?)and learn.
While the UR Forum was created by UR+ and our admins are UR employees, the vast majority of the
content is created by you, the UR Forum user.
User Manual
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2. Safety on
UR5e
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