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  • Page 1 ROBOTICS Product manual FlexPendant...
  • Page 2 Trace back information: Workspace Main version a627 Checked in 2024-11-05 Skribenta version 5.6.018...
  • Page 3 Product manual FlexPendant OmniCore, FlexPendant Document ID: 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
  • Page 4 Except as may be expressly stated anywhere in this manual, nothing herein shall be construed as any kind of guarantee or warranty by ABB for losses, damage to persons or property, fitness for a specific purpose or the like.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Mounting the FlexPendant holder ................. Function tests ....................3.3.1 Function test of emergency stop ..............3.3.2 Function test of manual, auto, and manual full speed mode with FlexPendant ..3.3.3 Function test of three-position enabling device ..........Maintenance Maintenance schedule for the FlexPendant ............
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  • Page 7: Overview Of This Manual

    Overview of this manual Overview of this manual About this manual This manual contains instructions for operation of the FlexPendant for OmniCore controller based robots. The instructions for the robot controller are found in the respective product manual for the controllers, see...
  • Page 8 Overview of this manual Continued Product manual scope The manual covers all variants and designs of the FlexPendant. Some variants and designs may have been removed from the business offer and are no longer available for purchase. References Documentation referred to in the manual, is listed in the table below.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Limitation of liability Any information given in this manual regarding safety must not be construed as a warranty by ABB that the industrial robot will not cause injury or damage even if all safety instructions are complied with. The information does not cover how to design, install and operate a robot system, nor does it cover all peripheral equipment that can influence the safety of the robot system.

  • Page 10: Requirements On Personnel

    The plant liable must make sure that the personnel is trained on the robot, and on responding to emergency or abnormal situations. Personal protective equipment Use personal protective equipment, as stated in the instructions. Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Safety Signals And Symbols

    Signal word used to indicate important facts and conditions. Signal word used to indicate where to find additional information or how to do an operation in an easier way. Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Safety Symbols On Controller Labels

    Label Description Read the user manual before use. xx1400001152 The robot is delivered to start in automatic mode xx2100000104 CE label xx1800000835 Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 13 Inserting fingers or foreign objects into opening may cause personal injury. xx1800000836 High voltage inside the module even if the main switch is in the OFF position. xx1400001156 Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 14 1 Safety 1.2.2 Safety symbols on controller labels Continued Label Description ESD sensitive components inside the controller. xx1400001162 Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 15: Robot Stopping Functions

    Stop category 1 can be deactivated by changing the parameter Jog Mode from Responsive to Standard. For more information about Responsive jogging, see AM Functional safety and SafeMove 3HAC066559-001. Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 16 For OmniCore, a safety input used to initiate a protective stop must remain active for at least 100 ms. Stop category configuration for OmniCore The stop category configuration is done in RobotStudio, in the tool Visual SafeMove. Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 17: About Emergency Stop

    Note The emergency stop device on the FlexPendant is operational when the robot is powered. Indicators to be used to verify that the robot is powered are the main switch on the cabinet or the LED indicator on the cabinet when robot is in Motors On Mode.

  • Page 18: Enabling Device And Hold-To-Run Functionality

    The three-position enabling device must never be rendered inoperational in any way. • If there is a need to enter safeguarded space, always bring the FlexPendant. This is to enforce single point of control. CAUTION On the IRB 14050, the three-position enabling device is not active unless a valid SafeMove configuration is active in the controller.

  • Page 19: Product Description

    2 Product description 2.1 The FlexPendant Introduction to the FlexPendant The FlexPendant is a hand held operator unit that is used for many of the tasks when operating a robot: running programs, jogging the manipulator, modifying programs, and so on.
  • Page 20 Home screen of FlexPendant. The Home screen view is also the default view of the FlexPendant during startup. Emergency stop device On delivery, the emergency stop device on the FlexPendant is able to initiate the emergency stop function affecting the manipulator(s) and additional axis only. Joystick Use the joystick to move the manipulator.
  • Page 21 2 Product description 2.1 The FlexPendant Continued The reset button resets the FlexPendant, not the system on the controller. USB port Connect a USB memory to the USB port to read or save files. For example, to load and save programs and modules, save and restore backups, and so on. The USB memory name and drive letter (X:) is displayed in dialogs.
  • Page 22 Step BACKWARD button. Executes one instruction backward. STOP button. Stops the program execution. Step FORWARD button. Executes one instruction forward. Note The user interface of the panel in Virtual FlexPendant is slightly different. For more details, see Operating manual - OmniCore. Three-position enabling device CAUTION...
  • Page 23 For robots supporting the mode manual full speed, the button is used as hold-to-run. How to hold the FlexPendant FlexPendant is typically operated while being held in the hand. The right-handed users use their left-hand to support the FlexPendant while their right-hand performs the operations on the touch screen.

  • Page 24: Handling Of Flexpendant

    2 Product description 2.2 Handling of FlexPendant 2.2 Handling of FlexPendant Detached FlexPendant A FlexPendant that is not connected to the robot must be stored out of sight so that it cannot be mistaken for being in use. Handling and cleaning •...
  • Page 25 For radio regulation compliance in other regions, please contact your domestic sales agency. ABB legal contacts for FCC: John Bubnikovich, ABB Robotics, 1250 Brown Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 USA, john.bubnikovich1@us.abb.com Ed Marchese, ABB Robotics, 1250 Brown Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 USA, ed.marchese@us.abb.com...
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  • Page 27: Installation

    When FlexPendant is detached, the status of other actuating controls shall be indicated clearly, for example, power on, fault detected, automatic operation. CAUTION A FlexPendant that is not connected to the robot must be stored out of sight so that it cannot be mistaken for being in use. CAUTION The FlexPendant connector shall only be used to connect the FlexPendant.
  • Page 28 3 Installation 3.1 Detaching and attaching a FlexPendant Continued Location of FlexPendant connector The FlexPendant connector is located on the front panel on the controller. OmniCore C30 xx1700001061 FlexPendant connector Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A...
  • Page 29 3.1 Detaching and attaching a FlexPendant Continued OmniCore C30 Type A xx2400000022 OmniCore E10 xx2100001304 The FlexPendant connector is located on the cabinet door. Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 30 3 Installation 3.1 Detaching and attaching a FlexPendant Continued OmniCore C90XT Type A xx2400001357 Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 31 3 Installation 3.1 Detaching and attaching a FlexPendant Continued OmniCore V250XT Type B xx2100000829 Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 32 OmniCore V400XT xx2300001845 Detaching the FlexPendant in automatic mode Use the following procedure to detach the FlexPendant in automatic mode: 1 On the status bar, tap the QuickSet button. 2 Tap the Logout/Restart tab. 3 In the FlexPendant section, tap Detach FlexPendant.
  • Page 33 4 Tap Detach. A popup window with 30 seconds countdown timer is displayed. xx1900000404 5 When the countdown is progressing, detach the FlexPendant. Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 34 Continued When detached, the FlexPendant will shut down. Note If the FlexPendant is not detached within 30 seconds, the process for detach of the FlexPendant is aborted. WARNING If the FlexPendant is detached after the 30 seconds countdown has passed, the controller will enter emergency stop state.
  • Page 35 3 Installation 3.1 Detaching and attaching a FlexPendant Continued Note The FlexPendant controller has an adapter cable in between the controller and the FlexPendant. xx2100001343 CAUTION Make sure that the emergency stop device is not pressed in before attaching the FlexPendant.

  • Page 36: Mounting The Flexpendant Holder

    To avoid dropping the FlexPendant from height, the holder should be placed in a comfortable working height. Always use and store the FlexPendant in such a way that the cable does not become a tripping hazard. When not using the device, place it so it does not accidentally fall.
  • Page 37 They are separated as two parts. To avoid confusion between active and inactive emergency stop devices, this manually-applied covering should be used when the FlexPendant is detached. xx2100000767 Use this procedure to mount the bracket for the emergency stop to the FlexPendant holder. Action Note/illustration Remove the four screws.
  • Page 38 3 Installation 3.2 Mounting the FlexPendant holder Continued Action Note/illustration Insert the bracket into the FlexPendant holder. xx2100000765 Secure with the screws. Screws: BN33 Phillips pan head tapping screw ST2.9x13 (3 pcs) Tightening torque: 6 Nm-7.8 Nm xx2100000766 Refit the rear part and secure with the Screws: BN33 Phillips pan head tapping screws.
  • Page 39 Press the holder onto the desired place. xx2000002353 Hanging the FlexPendant holder with the bracket Use this procedure to hang the FlexPendant holder on any place that can hold the bracket, like the door of the equipment. The bracket is included on delivery.
  • Page 40 3 Installation 3.2 Mounting the FlexPendant holder Continued Action Note/illustration Hang the FlexPendant holder to the bracket according to the screws on the bracket. xx2000002354 Hang the holder with the bracket to the desired place. xx2000002355 xx2100002624 Continues on next page...
  • Page 41 3 Installation 3.2 Mounting the FlexPendant holder Continued Hanging the front part of the FlexPendant holder with screws (Vertically) Use this procedure to hang the front part of the FlexPendant holder to the desired place. Action Note/illustration Remove the four screws.
  • Page 42 3 Installation 3.2 Mounting the FlexPendant holder Continued Action Note/illustration Use two M5 screws to secure the holder. xx2000002358 Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 43: Function Tests

    3.3.1 Function test of emergency stop 3.3 Function tests 3.3.1 Function test of emergency stop Overview Validate the function of the FlexPendant emergency stop device. Note Also perform the test for any additional emergency stop devices. Performing the function test...

  • Page 44: Function Test Of Manual, Auto, And Manual Full Speed Mode With Flexpendant

    3 Installation 3.3.2 Function test of manual, auto, and manual full speed mode with FlexPendant 3.3.2 Function test of manual, auto, and manual full speed mode with FlexPendant Overview Perform this function test to change the mode on the FlexPendant using the following operation: •...

  • Page 45: Function Test Of Three-Position Enabling Device

    • if the event message 10012 Safety guard stop state does not appear • if the event message 90780 Two- channel fault in Safety Controller appears Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 47: Maintenance

    4.1 Maintenance schedule for the FlexPendant 4 Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance schedule for the FlexPendant General The FlexPendant must be maintained at regular intervals to ensure its function. The activities and intervals are described in this section. Activities and intervals Equipment...

  • Page 48: Cleaning The Flexpendant

    This section describes how to clean the touch screen. Action Info/Illustration Lock the screen. It is safe to clean the FlexPendant when the Lock screen appears. Clean the touch screen and hard- ware buttons using a soft cloth and water or a mild cleaning agent.
  • Page 49 4 Maintenance 4.2 Cleaning the FlexPendant Continued • Do not remove any covers before cleaning the FlexPendant. • Do not spray with a high pressure cleaner. • Do not clean the device, operating panel and operating elements with compressed air, solvents, scouring agent or scrubbing sponges.
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  • Page 51: Repair

    Power cable cover Power cable Required spare parts Note The spare part numbers that are listed in the table can be out of date. See the latest spare parts of the FlexPendant via myABB Business Portal, www.abb.com/myABB. Spare part Article number Note...
  • Page 52 Disconnect the FlexPendant from the controller. Remove the attachment screws for the power cable cover. xx1800001189 Remove the power cable cover. xx1800001190 Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 53 Disconnect two connectors to the Flex- Pendant. xx1800001748 Remove the power cable. xx1800001192 Refitting the power cable and power cable cover Action Note/Illustration Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 54 Screws: Torx pan head screw M4x8 (3 pcs) the screws. xx1800001196 Perform the function tests to verify that the safety features work properly, see Function tests on page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Joystick Protection

    5 Repair 2 Replacing the joystick protection 2 Replacing the joystick protection Location The illustration shows the location of the joystick protection on the FlexPendant. xx1800001197 Required spare parts Note The spare part numbers that are listed in the table can be out of date. See the latest spare parts of the FlexPendant via myABB Business Portal, www.abb.com/myABB.
  • Page 56 Disconnect the FlexPendant from the controller. Remove the attachment screws. xx1800001198 Remove the joystick protection. xx1800001199 Refitting the joystick protection Action Note/Illustration Continues on next page Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 57 5 Repair 2 Replacing the joystick protection Continued Action Note/Illustration Refit the joystick protection. xx1800001200 Secure the screws. xx1800001206 Countersunk head screw: ST2.9 X 10 (6 pcs) Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Fasten Strip

    5 Repair 3 Replacing the fasten strip 3 Replacing the fasten strip Location The illustration shows the location of the fasten strip on the FlexPendant. xx1900000771 Required spare parts Note The spare part numbers that are listed in the table can be out of date. See the latest spare parts of the FlexPendant via myABB Business Portal, www.abb.com/myABB.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    No entries are possible, and no functions are available. Note If protective gloves are used, these must be compatible with touchscreens when using the FlexPendant. The FlexPendant starts but does not display the main interface. xx1900000917 Required test equipment Equipment needed for troubleshooting:...
  • Page 60 ABB or by ABB field engineers. Recommended working procedure If the FlexPendant starts but does not display the main interface during the start-up, use this procedure to troubleshoot what might cause the problem. Look at the following block diagram to understand how power is connected from incoming and forward.
  • Page 61 K2.X12 - A2.K3.X6,7 • K2.X3 - A2.K3.X1 If possible, test by connecting another FlexPend- ant. This is to eliminate the FlexPendant and cable as error sources; Test the FlexPendant with a different controller to eliminate the controller as error source.

  • Page 62: Problem Using The Joystick

    6.2 Problem using the joystick Description The FlexPendant is started and responds when you push the buttons or tap on the touchscreen. However, the joystick does not work and no warnings or messages show up. It is therefore not possible to jog the robot.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting The Flexpendant

    The FlexPendant communicates with the main computer. The FlexPendant is physically connected to the panel board. The cable contains the +24 V supply, two enabling device chains and emergency stop. Procedure The procedure below describes what to do if the FlexPendant does not work correctly. Action Note...
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  • Page 65: Decommissioning

    (part of Delete RobotWare system function) in RobotWare. See Operating manual - Integrator's guide OmniCore. Transportation Prepare the robot or parts before transport, this to avoid hazards. Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 66: Environmental Information

    7.2 Environmental information 7.2 Environmental information Introduction ABB robots contain components in different materials. During decommissioning, all materials shall be dismantled, recycled, or reused responsibly, according to the relevant laws and industrial standards. Robots or parts that can be reused or upcycled helps to reduce the usage of natural resources.
  • Page 67 China RoHS symbol The following symbol shows the information to hazardous substances and the environmental protection use period of FlexPendant according to "Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products (SJ/T 11364-2014) ".
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  • Page 69: Spare Parts

    8 Spare parts 8 Spare parts Spare part level ABB spare parts are categorized into two levels, L1 and L2. Always check the part level before conducting a service work on a spare part. • L1 spare parts The L1 parts can be replaced in the field. The maintenance and replacement instructions given in the related product manuals must be strictly followed.

  • Page 70: Flexpendant Parts

    FlexPendant power cable 30 m 3HAC065419-001 Fasten strip 3HAC068915-001 FlexPendant extension cable 15 m 3HAC068915-002 FlexPendant extension cable 22 m 3HAC068915-005 FlexPendant extension cable 30 m Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 71: Reference Information

    9 Reference information 9.1 Introduction 9 Reference information 9.1 Introduction General This chapter includes general information, complementing the more specific information in the different procedures in the manual. Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 72: Applicable Standards

    – Emission standard for industrial environments ISO 13849-1:2006 Safety of machinery - Safety related parts of control systems - Part 1: General principles for design, normative reference from ISO 10218-1 Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.

  • Page 73: Standard Toolkit For Controller

    Screw driver Phillips-1 Box spanner 8 mm Toolkit recommended for troubleshooting Tool Note Normal shop tools Contents as specified above. Multimeter Camera To document problems or procedures Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 75: Index

    11 hazardous material, 66 standards, 72 hold-to-run, 18, 23 start button, 21 steel disposal, 66 jogging not possible, 62 step backward button, 21 joystick, 19 Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 76 15 transportation, 65 symbols safety, 11 upcycling, 66 users teach pendant requirements, 10 detach, attach, 27 three-position enabling device, 18, 20, 22 validity and responsibility, 9 Product manual - FlexPendant 3HAC093167-001 Revision: A © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved.
  • Page 78 SHANGHAI 201319, China Telephone: +86 21 6105 6666 ABB Inc. Robotics & Discrete Automation 1250 Brown Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Telephone: +1 248 391 9000 abb.com/robotics © Copyright 2024 ABB. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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