Chapter 2: Safety
2.3 Safety Precautions
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WARNING:
ELECTROCUTION RISK
During maintenance, disconnect AC power from the robot, and install a lock-
out tag-out to prevent anyone from reconnecting power.
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WARNING:
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE RISK
An iX3 robot can cause serious injury or death, or damage to itself and other
equipment, if the safety precautions in this manual are not observed.
User's Responsibilities
Safe use of robot is your responsibility. To ensure compliance with safety rules and reg-
ulations:
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All personnel who install, operate, teach, program, or maintain the system must read
this guide, read the
Robot Safety Guide
, and complete a training course for their respons-
ibilities in regard to the robot.
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All personnel who design the robot system must read this guide, read the
Robot Safety
Guide
, and must comply with all local and national safety regulations for the location in
which the robot is installed.
Figure 2-1. Read Manual and Impact Warning Labels
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The robot must not be used for purposes other than described in Intended Use of the
Robots on page 29. Contact Customer Support if you are not sure of the suitability for
your application.
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The environment must be suitable for safe operation of the robot.
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The user is responsible for providing safety barriers around the robot to prevent anyone
from accidentally coming into contact with the robot when it is in motion.
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Power to the robot and its power supply must be locked out and tagged out before any
maintenance is performed.
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The robot must be well maintained, so that their control and safety functions continue
to work properly.
General Hazards
IMPORTANT:
The following situations could result in injury or damage to the
equipment.
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