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Safety
Ensure Safety
ArcWorld 50/50S and 52/
52S
Ensure Safety
DANGER
• When the power supplies of the Robot and Controller are turned ON
at start-up, be sure to confirm the following:
– Safety protection devices such as the E-STOP circuit, door
interlocks, etc. operate normally.
– Each axis operates normally in TEACH mode.
– Robot operates normally at the speed limit or less in the TEACH
mode.(Speed limit: 250 mm/s at the TCP or the flange)
– The teaching function and the playback function operate normally.
• The Robot may stop movements while waiting for a condition to be
satisfied during operation.
Once meeting the condition, the Robot starts movement causing a
danger that will cause death or severe injury.
• Make sure to clearly indicate when the Robot is in operation:
– Use a pilot lamp and/or an audible alert or
– The Robot stops operation if the operator comes close.
• Install a safety fence around the Robot to prevent any accidental
contact with the Robot when power is applied.
– Display a warning sign stating “Off-Limits During Operation” at the
entrance of the safety fence.
– The gate of the safety fence must be equipped with a safety
interlock to turn the servo power OFF when the gate opens.
– Make sure interlocks operate properly before use.
• For areas not enclosed by safety fences, use a photoelectric
sensor, a safety light curtain, etc. to make sure that the Robot stops
its operation if the operator enters its operating range.
Failure to observe this Danger notice will result in death or serious
injury due to contact with the Robot.
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