2 General Safety Information
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Safety
2.1
General Safety Information
The HORST robot system is a quality product manufactured in accordance with the recognized rules of
technology. The robot system left the manufacturing plant in perfect condition in terms of safety.
The robot system is designed and built according to the current state of the art in safety technology.
However, there is always a residual risk!
For your own safety, always observe the following:
WARNING!
Incorrect operation or handling of the robot system can lead to severe personal injuries.
In order to avoid damage, these Assembly Instructions must be read, understood, and
observed.
Persons who work with the robot system must be familiar with the safety information of
these Assembly Instructions and act according to them.
Always observe the currently valid safety regulations and information.
Make sure to observe the occupational safety regulations specified by the law, the regula-
tory agencies, and the professional associations.
2.2
Proper Use
The HORST robot system is used to implement industrial robot applications and robotics applications in
the area of education. After being programmed by the operator, the robot system is able to execute move-
ments independently. Add-on parts such as grippers or testing instruments can be attached to the robot.
These can be controlled by the robot system.
The robot system must be operated only in dry, level interior spaces on a firm surface. The robot must be
used only within suitable protection devices (e.g. separating protection device, light curtain, or safety laser
scanner).
Note:
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The robot system must be used as intended and only in accordance with the Assembly Instruc-
tions (AI) ) and the enclosed documents. All information and safety instructions of the AI for
the operating personnel must be observed. Any use that differs from or extends beyond this is
considered improper and is expressly prohibited.
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In addition, the operator must observe and provide instruction on generally applicable legal and
other binding regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection.
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All protection devices must be functional in order for the robot system to be used properly.
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Changes to or
conversions of the robot system must not be made without the manufacturer’s
approval.
DANGER!
The robot system must not be used in rooms with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
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