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Date: 08/2022
Revision: v.1.5

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  • Page 1 Quick Start (en) Date: 08/2022 Revision: v.1.5...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.1 Status lights 4.2 Signal lights 4.3 Speakers 5. Control panel 5.1 The control panel buttons 5.2 The Operating mode key 6. Accessing the internal parts 6.1 Front compartment MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 3 8.5 Driving the robot in Manual mode 8.6 Moving the robot by hand 8.7 Checking the robot 8.8 Mounting the nameplate 8.9 Shutting down the robot 8.10 Charging the robot MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 4: Version History

    General improvements throughout the manual. Date: 2022-03-31 Robot HW: 1.0 • General improvements throughout the manual. Date: 2020-11-30 Robot HW: 1.0 • Added section: Charging the robot. • General improvements throughout the manual. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 5 Date: 2020-07-08 Robot HW: 1.0 • General improvements throughout the manual. Date: 2020-07-01 Robot HW: 1.0 • General improvements throughout the manual. Date: 2020-06-26 Robot HW: 1.0 • First edition MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. Alerts against unsafe practices. Carefully read the message that follows to prevent minor or moderate injury. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 7 2. Safety NOTICE Indicates important information, including situations that can result in damage to equipment or property. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 8: General Safety Precautions

    The robot may drive over the feet of personnel, causing injury. • All personnel must be informed of the side Protective fields of the robot and be instructed to wear safety shoes near an operating robot. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 9 WARNING Contact with live electrical parts can cause electric shock. • Do not touch any internal components of the robot while it is powered. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 10 Using a charging device different from the one supplied by the manufacturer can cause a fire and thereby burn injuries to nearby personnel and damage to the robot and equipment. • Only use an original MiR charger. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 11 D extinguishing media. • Do not touch damaged batteries with bare hands. Only personnel using suitable Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and tools should handle damaged batteries. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 12 This equipment is not intended for use in residential environments and may not provide adequate protection to radio reception in such environments. • Do not use the robot in residential environments. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 13: Intended Use

    MiR250 is equipped with safety-related features that are purposely designed for collaborative operation where the robot operates without a safety enclosure or together with people. MiR250 is intended to be used with top modules supported by Mobile Industrial Robots or custom modules that: •...

  • Page 14: Users

    If used with custom modules, all obligations of a manufacturer apply to the individual who performs the modifications. All modifications must be in accordance with the machinery directive. MiR250 is designed for and all risks are considered when used with one of the following types of top modules: •...
  • Page 15 • Loading and unloading from a paused robot. All other persons in the vicinity of MiR250 are considered indirect users and must know how to act when they are close to the robot. For example, they must be aware that visibly marked operating hazard zones must be respected.

  • Page 16: Foreseeable Misuse

    2. Safety 2.5 Foreseeable misuse Any use of MiR250 deviating from the intended use is deemed as misuse. This includes, but is not limited to: • Using the robot to transport people • Using the robot on inclines outside the robot's specifications •...

  • Page 17: Residual Risks

    2.7 Warning label MiR250 is supplied with a warning label that specifies that it is strictly prohibited to ride on the robot. The label must be placed on the robot or top module so that it is clearly visible.
  • Page 18 2. Safety Figure 2.1. The warning label must be placed on the robot or top module. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 19: Storage

    Check state of charge of the battery regularly and make sure to recharge the battery if the state of charge is low. Always disconnect the battery after checking or charging it. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 20: Storage Time

    If the battery is not used for a period of time or the battery percentage is low, it can enter one of two states where it tries to preserve its state of charge and cannot power the robot: MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 21 If the battery percentage is critically low and the battery cells may soon take damage, the battery enters Deep sleep mode. Depending on how long the battery has been in Deep sleep, you may be able to revive it using MiR Cable Charger Lite 48V 3A.

  • Page 22: Light Indicators And Speakers

    Right and left turns are indicated by blinking. Figure 4.1. Indicator lights on MiR250. Table 4.1. Identification of indicator lights in Figure 4.1 Pos. Description Pos. Description Signal lights Status lights MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 23: Status Lights

    Purple - yellow General error, for example hardware, localization Blue Manual drive Blue wavering Mapping Contracting white Charging at charging station White wavering Prompt user / Waiting for user's response MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 24: Signal Lights

    When the robot drives with muted Protective fields it emits a warning sound. In System > Settings > Safety system, you can choose which sound the robot makes and the volume of the sound. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 25 • Implement warning sounds from the robot in missions and areas where it can reduce the risk of hazardous situations. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 26: Control Panel

    Pressing this button stops the robot. After pressing this button, you must press the Resume button to let the robot continue operating. Color indication: • Red: It is possible to engage the Manual stop. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 27: The Operating Mode Key

    5.2 The Operating mode key The Operating mode key lets you switch between operating modes. • Left position: Autonomous mode Puts the robot in Autonomous mode. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 28 Protective stop. Figure 5.2. Remove the Operating mode key during normal operation. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 29: Accessing The Internal Parts

    6. Accessing the internal parts 6. Accessing the internal parts Most internal parts of MiR250 are accessed through covers that open to different compartments. The front and rear covers have to be removed before you can remove the side covers.

  • Page 30: Front Compartment

    To open the front compartment, follow these steps: Unscrew the two screws holding the front cover with a T30 screwdriver. Loosen the bottom corners one at the time by pulling out each corner. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 31 6. Accessing the internal parts Loosen the top corners one at the time by pulling each corner down, and then out. Pull off the cover. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 32: Rear Compartment

    To open the rear compartment, follow these steps: Push the two white buttons on the rear cover at the same time. Loosen the bottom corners one at the time by pulling out each corner. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 33: Side Compartments

    To open a side compartment, follow these steps: Remove the front cover and rear cover—see Accessing the internal parts on page 29 Rear compartment on the previous page. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 34 6. Accessing the internal parts Turn the two screws counterclockwise with a T30 screwdriver. Loosen the bottom corners one at the time by pulling out each corner. Pull off the cover. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 35: Top Compartments

    With the antenna cables mounted, the plastic top covers can be lifted 50 mm. If you do not need to remove the cover completely, you do not have to remove the antennas. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 36 6. Accessing the internal parts Unscrew the four screws with a T8 screwdriver. Pull off the cover. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 37: Cybersecurity

    Technology) and OT (Operational Technology) assets from unauthorized access, use, disruption, modification, or destruction. MiR250 communicates all data over the network that it is connected to. It is the responsibility of the commissioner to ensure that it is connected to a secure network.

  • Page 38: Getting Started

    Safety on page 6 before powering up MiR250. 8.1 In the box This section describes the contents of the MiR250 box. Figure 8.1. The box containing the robot and accessories. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 39: Unpacking Mir250

    Getting the robot online • CE Declaration of Conformity 8.2 Unpacking MiR250 This section describes how to unpack the robot. Keep the original packaging for future transportation of MiR250. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 40 This is necessary as the robot drives out of the box on a ramp. Cut the protective straps surrounding the box. Remove the lid from the box. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 41 Take the box with the Emergency stop box, antennas, printed documents, and the USB flash drive out of the box. Remove the pallet collars and the protective foam blocks. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 42 Use a T45 screwdriver to unscrew the mounting screw and tighten it to 15 Nm when remounting it with the Emergency stop box. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 43: Connecting The Battery

    Accessing the internal parts on page 29. To connect the battery to the robot, follow these steps: Turn the battery lever lock clockwise to unlock the battery lever. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 44 8. Getting started Pull up the lever to connect the battery connector to the battery. Turn the battery lever lock counterclockwise to lock the battery lever. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 45 Reattach the rear cover by tilting it slightly so that the bottom points forward while inserting it into the two attachment sockets. Press the two white buttons while attaching the cover to the robot. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 46: Connecting To The Robot Interface

    Getting the robot online. The unique password for the WiFi access point is in the Passwords document. Both documents are in the box with the product. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 47 In a browser, go to the address mir.com and sign in. Switch to Manual mode, and drive the robot down the ramp—see Driving the robot in Manual mode on the next page. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 48: Driving The Robot In Manual Mode

    Drive carefully to avoid collisions with any personnel or objects when driving the robot in Manual mode. • Avoid driving the robot manually without a clear visual of the robot. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 49 To drive the robot in Manual mode, follow these steps: On the robot, turn the Operating mode key to Manual mode (turn it to the right). In the robot interface, select Manual control. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 50 On the robot, press the Resume button. The status lights turn blue, indicating that the robot is in Manual mode. Drive the robot off the ramp using the joystick. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 51: Moving The Robot By Hand

    Release the brakes by turning the Manual brake release switch located below the control panel clockwise. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 52 Figure 8.2. The Manual brake release switch is located below the control panel. To move the robot by hand, either push or pull it. Figure 8.3. When pushing the robot, only push on the corner bumpers or top cover. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 53: Checking The Robot

    Test the Emergency stop button on the robot. Make sure the robot enters Emergency stop when the button is pressed, and can be brought out of Emergency stop by releasing the button and pressing the Reset button. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 54 Contact your distributor for the latest recommended update file. You can see the software version your robot is running in the bottom left corner of the robot interface. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 55: Mounting The Nameplate

    8.8 Mounting the nameplate Before using MiR250, you must mount its unique nameplate to it. The nameplate contains information specific to your MiR application. NOTICE The nameplate must be mounted as described in the following steps.
  • Page 56 To mount the nameplate correctly, follow these steps: Locate the rear cover. Clean the area marked in the image below with a degreasing agent. Mount the nameplate on the cleaned area. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 57: Shutting Down The Robot

    Press the Power button for three seconds. Wait for the robot to finish the shutdown process. The status lights waver yellow, and the Power button blinks red. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

  • Page 58: Charging The Robot

    80–90%. A MiR cable charger is not part of the MiR250 standard delivery. Contact your distributor for more information. NOTICE Use only an original MiR cable charger. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 59 If you are charging the battery outside the robot, connect a battery adapter to the other end of the cable charger. If you are charging the robot directly, make sure the adapter cable is disconnected from the charger. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 60 Power save mode, which disables the power to the robot. To disable Power save mode see your robot's user guide. For information about the charging time, see specifications on the MiR website. MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 61 8. Getting started MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.
  • Page 62 Original instructions (English) Contact the manufacturer: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S Emil Neckelmanns Vej 15F DK-5220 Odense SØ www.mobile-industrial-robots.com Phone: +45 20 377 577 Email: support@mir-robots.com CVR: 35251235 MiR250 Quick Start (en) 08/2022 - v.1.5 ©Copyright 2020-2022: Mobile Industrial Robots A/S.

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