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Intended Use of the Robots
Adept Cobra s600/s800 Robot User’s Guide, Rev H 29
The Adept Cobra s-series robots and the Adept SmartController are component
subassemblies of a complete industrial automation system. The controller must be
installed inside a suitable enclosure. The controller must not come into contact with
liquids. Additionally, a standard Adept Cobra s-series robot must not come into contact
with liquids.
The Adept equipment is not intended for use in any of the following situations:
• In hazardous (explosive) atmospheres
• In mobile, portable, marine, or aircraft systems
• In life-support systems
• In residential installations
• In situations where the Adept equipment will be subject to extremes of heat or
humidity. See Table 3-1 on page 37 for allowable temperature and humidity
ranges.
Non-intended use of an Adept Cobra s-series robot can:
• Cause injury to personnel
• Damage the robot or other equipment
• Reduce system reliability and performance
All persons that install, commission, operate, or maintain the robot must:
• Have the necessary qualifications
• Read and follow exactly the instructions in this User’s Guide
If there is any doubt concerning the application, ask Adept to determine if it is an
intended use or not.
WARNING: For safety reasons, it is prohibited to make
certain modifications to Adept robots (see
Section 2.6
).
WARNING: The instructions for installation, operation,
and maintenance given in this User’s Guide must be
strictly observed.