Use Of The Powerpick20 Vacuum Gripper - ROBOTIQ POWERPICK20 Original Notice

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PowerPick20 Vacuum Generator and Gripper.
Never operate the PowerPick20 Gripper with leaking or worn parts.
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2.3.Use of the PowerPick20 Vacuum Gripper

The PowerPick20 Vacuum Gripper is designed to pick, place and handle cardboard boxes. If the Gripper is used for other
applications, make sure to consider the type of item to be handled in the risk assessment (please refer to the General Risk
Assessment section) and take the appropriate safety measures.
Caution
The Gripper is NOT intended for applying force against objects or surfaces.
Only use the Gripper in its original condition without unauthorized modifications.
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Only use the Gripper if it is in perfect technical condition.
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Follow all safety rules and regulations of the workplace when installing, operating and performing maintenance work on the Grip-
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per.
Wear all recommended personal protective equipment in accordance with the safety standards of the workplace, including but
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not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, head protection.
Handle with care any tool that contains sharp edges, pinching surfaces or generate heat.
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Comply with local, state, province and/or federal laws, regulations and directives regarding automation safety and general
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machine safety.
The unit should be used exclusively within the range of its technical data. Any other use of the product is deemed improper and
unintended. Robotiq will not be liable for any damages resulting from any improper or unintended use
When manually moving the Gripper installed on the robot (e.g., for teaching, maintenance, inspection purposes) make sure not to
insert fingers through bracket cut outs and openings.
Make sure that all workers who operate the Gripper have received the appropriate training to do so in a safe manner.
Perform all necessary maintenance work periodically as specified in the
PowerPick - Instruction Manual
Maintenance section.