Ref / Pt.No: 294130
Operating Instructions for Safe Use
Fullwood M²erlin
Revision: C
Date: 24-Mar-17
294130
Page 12 of 81
2.12 Safety devices
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Various safety devices ensure safe working with the machine.
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Emergency Stop buttons on the front of the process cabinet and on the Human
Machine Interface (HMI).
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The robot arm has force sensing technology that has been factory set to minimise
the risk of injury to operators and animals.
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The speed of the robot arm in manual operation does not exceed 250mm/s.
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Do not change, bypass or disable safety devices.
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Regularly check safety devices for their correct function.
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Replace safety decals that are missing or are illegible.
2.13 Power Cut
In the event of a power cut the following will occur:
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The machine will stop and all energy will disperse. (electricity, compressed air,
vacuum, etc.)
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The cups will drop from the teats.
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The exit gate(s) will become free to be pushed/pulled open so that the cow can leave
the crate.
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M²erlin arm will be free to move in both the horizontal and rotational axis allowing the
cow to move it as she leaves the crate.
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The vertical axis will remain at the height when the power was interrupted by the
brake incorporated in the vertical motor. This brake prevents the arm from dropping
in the event of power failure. The brake will hold a force of up to 400kg but must be
avoided as damage to the arm may occur.
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Once power has resumed, the procedure referred to in section 10.2.3 be followed.
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It is the responsibility of the farmer to provide a suitable alternative means of power
in the event of a power cut.
Note: Fullwood will not cover any damage caused by generator, substandard power supplies or
third party equipment.
