
Chapter 4: System Cable Installation
M12 Screw
External-tool
Star Washer
Ring Terminal
Frame
Robot Base
Ground Wire
Figure 4-15. Grounding Details
The following considerations must be made when grounding the robot base.
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Use any of the three M12 mounting screws for the ground connection. Each of the
mounting points has the following ground label.
Figure 4-16. Ground Connection Label
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Ground screws must be stainless or zinc-plated steel.
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Use an external-tooth star washer touching the mounting screw head. Washers must be
stainless or zinc-plated steel.
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