Epson RT3B-401SS, Safety Manual

Page 1: ...ot system Please carefully read this manual before installing the robot system Keep this manual handy for easy access at all times and reread it when you find anything unclear Original instructions Robot System Safety Manual Read this manual first Rev 4 EM221B5110F ...

Page 2: ...Robot System Safety Manual Read this manual first Rev 4 ...

Page 3: ...Safety Manual Rev 4 i Robot System Safety Manual Rev 4 Copyright 2021 2022 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION All rights reserved ...

Page 4: ...nd its optional parts are shipped to our customers only after being subjected to the strictest quality controls tests and inspections to certify its compliance with our high performance standards Please note that the basic performance of the product will not be exhibited if our robot system is used outside of the usage conditions and product specifications described in the manuals This manual desc...

Page 5: ... solo in inglese Maßnahmen zur Einhaltung der Anforderungen der EU Richtlinie Offizielle Sprache In den offiziellen Sprachen der EU ist das Benutzerhandbuch für dieses Produkt nur in Englisch verfügbar Precauciones de cumplimiento de las directivas UE idioma oficial En los idiomas oficiales de la UE el manual de este producto solo está disponible en inglés Precauções de Conformidade com a Diretiva...

Page 6: ... may be copied or reproduced without authorization The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice Please notify us if you should find any errors in this manual or if you have any comments regarding its contents MANUFACTURER Seiko Epson Corporation 3 3 5 Owa Suwa shi Nagano 392 8502 URL global epson com company www epson jp prod robots Toyoshina Plant Manufacturing Solutions Opera...

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Page 10: ...ther waste streams to ensure that it can be recycled in an environmentally sound manner For more details on available collection facilities please contact your local government office or the retailer where you purchased this product Use of the chemical symbols Pb Cd or Hg indicates if these metals are used in the battery This information only applies to customers in the European Union according to...

Page 11: ...an environmentally sound manner For more details on available collection facilities please contact your local government office or the retailer where you purchased this product For California customers only The lithium batteries in this product contain Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate ...

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Page 13: ...ulator 23 For T B series 48 For GX series 52 Safety Features 57 Emergency Stop Switch 57 Safety Door Input 57 Protection Features 58 Low Power Mode 58 Dynamic Brake 58 Motor Overload Detection 58 Irregular Motor Torque out of control Manipulator Detection 58 Motor Speed Error Detection 58 Positioning Overflow Servo Error Detection 58 Speed Overflow Servo Error Detection 58 CPU Irregularity Detecti...

Page 14: ...in Charge of Safety Management 60 Knowledge and Training You Need for Operating the Robot System 61 The Manuals of This Product 62 Manual Types 62 How to Read the Manuals 64 Installing the Software and Manuals 64 Outline from Unpacking to Operation of Robot System 65 China RoHS 66 ...

Page 15: ... relative humidity no condensation Installation 10 to 80 VT LS B G RS C8 C12 GX 20 to 80 T T B N C4 RC700 D RC700 A RC700 RC90 B Transportation or Storage 10 to 90 VT T T B LS B G RS C GX RC700 D RC700 A RC700 RC90 B 10 to 80 N Fast transient burst noise 1 kV or less signal wire Electrostatic noise 4 kV or less Elevation 1000 m or less VT T T B LS B G RS C N RC700 A RC700 RC90 B 2000 m or less GX ...

Page 16: ...re complete please refer to the other standards listed as well Note The following is only a partial list of the necessary safety standards ISO 10218 1 Robots and robotic devices Safety requirements for industrial robots Part 1 Robots ISO 10218 2 Robots and robotic devices Safety requirements for industrial robots Part 2 Robot systems and integration ANSI RIA R15 06 American National Standard for I...

Page 17: ...ards IEC 60204 1 Safety of machinery Electrical equipment of machines Part 1 General requirements CISPR11 Industrial scientific and medical ISM radio frequency equipment Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement IEC 61000 6 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 6 2 Generic standards Immunity for industrial environments ...

Page 18: ...y Precautions for Unpacking Transportation and Relocation Unpacking transportation and relocation of Manipulator and robotic equipment shall be performed by personnel who has taken robot system training held by us and suppliers and should conform to all national and local codes Follow the safety precautions below WARNING When transporting the Manipulator please transport it with a dolly etc as it ...

Page 19: ... and Installation The robot system should be designed and installed by personnel who has taken robot system training held by us and suppliers Also follow the safety precautions below WARNING Personnel who design and or construct the robot system with this product must read this manual to understand the safety requirements before designing and or constructing the robot system Designing and or const...

Page 20: ... install an emergency stop device may be extremely hazardous may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system When connecting an emergency stop or a safety input signal such as a Safety Door to the EMERGENCY connector make sure that the emergency stop of the teach pendant connected to the TP port works Install the Manipulator at a location with enough space so...

Page 21: ...ts Missing or defective parts may cause improper operation of the Manipulator Improper operation of the Manipulator is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system Do not use Manipulator near the equipment developing strong electromagnetic forces It may cause malfunction or failures with Manipulator Do not use Manipulator where ther...

Page 22: ...e sure that it is done by qualified personnel When connecting the plug be sure to connect the earth wire of the AC power cable colored green yellow on the Controller to the earth terminal of the factory power supply The equipment must always be grounded properly to avoid the risk of electric shock Use an earth leakage breaker on the AC power cable of the Controller and T VT series to avoid the ele...

Page 23: ...onnecting to DC power source such as battery be careful of polarity If connecting Manipulator cable to wrong polarity it may result in malfunction of the robot system For details on connection refer to each Manipulator manual CAUTION The serial number of the Manipulator that should be connected is indicated on the Connection Check Label on the Controller Connect the Controller and the Manipulator ...

Page 24: ...y injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system as the Manipulator may fall or vibrate Wall mounting and ceiling mounting When mounting the Manipulator on a wall or ceiling for safety purposes attach the support to the Manipulator base to prevent the Manipulator from falling If the Manipulator falls it is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipme...

Page 25: ... program and restart the robot system during automatic operation be sure not to create a new hazard in peripherals then start the program Before operating the robot system make sure that no one is inside the safeguarded area When the Manipulator moves unexpectedly it may result in serious safety problems For teaching and start up work set the robot system in teach mode After placing the Emergency ...

Page 26: ...esign the system that the mobile platform also stops If the mobile platform does not stop and it keeps moving it is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system and may cause serious safety problems Do not operate Manipulator when the mobile platform Cartesian coordinate robot wheeled platform AGV etc is moving When using Manipulato...

Page 27: ...y with the operating angle less than 5 degrees the Manipulator may get damaged early due to the bearings are not being covered with grease during movement To prevent early breakdown move each joint larger than 30 degrees for about once an hour Vibration resonance may occur continuously depending on the combination of robot motion speed Arm orientation and end effector load of the Manipulator Vibra...

Page 28: ...e brake is being released the Manipulator s arm falls by its own weight The arm falling may result in hands or fingers being caught and or equipment damage to or malfunction of the Manipulator 6 Axis robot Before releasing the brake be sure to keep the Emergency Stop switch handy so that you can immediately press the Emergency Stop switch Otherwise you cannot immediately stop the arm falling due t...

Page 29: ...ent danger due to unexpected movement of the Manipulator or wrong operation by the operator and work according to the procedure When you check the operation of the Manipulator after replacing parts be sure to check it while you are outside of the safeguarded area Checking the operation of the Manipulator while you are inside of the safeguarded area may cause serious safety problems as the Manipula...

Page 30: ...perly Do not allow unnecessary strain on the cables Do not put heavy objects on the cables Do not bend or pull the cables forcibly It may result in damage to the cables disconnection and or contact failure These are extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and or improper function of the robot system CAUTION Carefully use alcohol liquid gasket and adhesive following respective instruct...

Page 31: ...d water Manipulator may be warmed up due to motor heat or similar causes Do not touch the Manipulator until temperature falls Also make sure the temperature of the Manipulator falls and you do not feel hot when you touch it Then perform teaching or maintenance Secure about 50 cm of spaces around the Manipulator when performing maintenance of Manipulator Warning labels Warning labels and Labels are...

Page 32: ... ON Do not open the cover for 300 seconds after the Power is OFF There is a risk of electric shock due to the residual voltage Disconnect and lockout main power before performing maintenance and repair 2 Residual voltage exists To avoid electric shock do not open the cover while the Power is ON or for 5 minutes after the Power is OFF ...

Page 33: ... not connect the followings to the TP port of the controller Connecting to the followings may result in malfunction of the device because pin assignments are different OPTIONAL DEVICE dummy plug Operation Pendant OP500 Operator Pendant OP500RC Jog Pad JP500 Teaching Pendant TP 3 Operator Panel OP1 2 D Hazardous voltage exists while the Manipulator is ON ...

Page 34: ...model name serial number information which laws and regulations are supported product specifications manufacturer importer date of manufacture country of manufacture etc are listed For details see the label affixed to the product 3 Serial number of Controller are printed Labeling position RC90 B Control Unit C1 A1 D D 3 2 ...

Page 35: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 21 Labeling position RC700 Control Unit A1 3 2 1 C1 Labeling position RC700 A Control Unit A1 3 2 1 C1 Labeling position RC700 D Control Unit A1 2 1 C1 ...

Page 36: ...Safety Precautions 22 Safety Manual Rev 4 Labeling position RC700 A UL Control Unit A2 3 2 1 C2 B Labeling position RC700DU RC700DU A Drive Unit 3 A2 2 Labeling position RC700DU A UL Drive Unit B A2 3 2 ...

Page 37: ...y with a band to prevent hands or fingers from being caught in the Manipulator For installation and transportation of robots follow the directions of each robot manuals To avoid the Manipulator from falling support the Manipulator before removing the base mounting screws For installation and transportation of robots follow the directions of each robot manuals ...

Page 38: ...rning label Note B Do not enter the operation area while the Manipulator is moving The robot arm may collide against the operator This is extremely hazardous and may result in serious safety problems C Hazardous voltage exists while the Manipulator is ON ...

Page 39: ... your hand or fingers between the shaft and cover when bringing your hand close to moving parts Manipulators with bellows do not have this label since there is no danger of being your hand or fingers caught You can catch your hand or fingers when bringing your hand close to moving parts ...

Page 40: ... Note E When releasing the brakes be careful of the arm falling and rotation due to its own weight This label is attached on the Manipulator and optional brake release box as well When releasing the brakes be careful of the arm falling rotation due to its own weight ...

Page 41: ...abel Note F Only authorized personnel should perform sling work and operate a crane When these operations are performed by unauthorized personnel it is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system ...

Page 42: ...e F Only authorized personnel should perform sling work and operate a crane and a forklift When these operations are performed by unauthorized personnel it is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and or severe equipment damage to the robot system ...

Page 43: ...n of the device because pin assignments are different OPTIONAL DEVICE dummy plug Operation Pendant OP500 Operator Pendant OP500RC Jog Pad JP500 Teaching Pendant TP 3 Operator Panel OP1 Location Label Note 1 The product name model name serial number information which laws and regulations are supported product specifications manufacturer importer date of manufacture country of manufacture etc are li...

Page 44: ...Safety Precautions 30 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels G1 E 1 B UL B A C C A UL F ...

Page 45: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 31 Location of Labels G3 Common C A F D E D Table Top Mounting 1 G C B Multiple Mounting B C G 1 ...

Page 46: ...Safety Precautions 32 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels G6 Common C D D E Table Top Mounting B A F C 1 Ceiling Mounting B A F C 1 Wall Mounting B A F 1 C C ...

Page 47: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 33 Location of Labels G10 G20 Common D D E C Table Top Mounting B A F C 1 UL F Ceiling Mounting B A F C 1 UL F Wall Mounting B A F 1 C UL F ...

Page 48: ...Safety Precautions 34 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels LS3 B B A D 1 1 D C C C Location of Labels LS6 B B A D 1 D C C C ...

Page 49: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 35 Location of Labels LS10 B B A 1 D D C C C ...

Page 50: ...Safety Precautions 36 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels LS20 B B A 1 D D C F C E ...

Page 51: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 37 Location of Labels T3 B A C 1 D C C C C D C C H ...

Page 52: ...Safety Precautions 38 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels T6 B A C 1 D C C D C C H ...

Page 53: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 39 Location of Labels RS3 B A C 1 D C E C C C C B UL F ...

Page 54: ...Safety Precautions 40 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels RS4 B C 1 D E C C B C A C UL F C Figure RS3 351 ...

Page 55: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 41 Location of Labels C4 A B 1 C F C C C C E C C E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 56: ...ecautions 42 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels C8 A B 1 F C C C E G C C G D C C C C C C8 A1401 B C8 A1401 E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 57: ...cautions Safety Manual Rev 4 43 Location of Labels C12 A B 1 F C C C E G C C G D C C C C12 A1401 B C C C12 A1401 E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 58: ...Safety Precautions 44 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels N2 A 1 C C C E G C D G C C B C G C C E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 59: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 45 Location of Labels N6 A850 A 1 C C C C C G G D G C G E B E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 60: ...Safety Precautions 46 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels N6 A1000 F 1 C C C C G D G C G E B C G A E This label is attached on the UL approved Manipulators and the optional brake release box as well ...

Page 61: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 47 Location of Labels VT F B 1 A D C C E C C VT6 A901P VT6 A901S C H C C ...

Page 62: ... prevent hands or fingers from being caught in the Manipulator B Do not enter the operation area while the Manipulator is moving The robot arm may collide against the operator This is extremely hazardous and may result in serious safety problems C Hazardous voltage exists while the Manipulator is ON D You can catch your hand or fingers when bringing your hand close to moving parts ...

Page 63: ...ecause pin assignments are different OPTIONAL DEVICE dummy plug Operation Pendant OP500 Operator Pendant OP500RC Jog Pad JP500 Teaching Pendant TP 3 Operator Panel OP1 Location Label NOTE 1 The product name model name serial number information which laws and regulations are supported product specifications manufacturer importer date of manufacture country of manufacture etc are listed For details ...

Page 64: ...Safety Precautions 50 Safety Manual Rev 4 Location of Labels T3 B 1 C B C 1 H C D 1 C C C 2 A D 2 ...

Page 65: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 51 Location of Labels T6 B 1 B C 1 H C D C C A C 2 ...

Page 66: ...hot during and after operation and there is a risk of burns 2 Position Warning label NOTE 1 The product name model name serial number information which laws and regulations are supported product specifications manufacturer importer date of manufacture country of manufacture etc are listed Refer to the attached label for more details 2 Indicates position of break release button ...

Page 67: ...nual Rev 4 53 Location of Labels GX4 Common Arm 2 2 Top View Table Top Mounting 1 B1 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Back View Table Top Mounting Cable Downward Model 1 B1 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Bottom View ...

Page 68: ...Safety Precautions 54 Safety Manual Rev 4 Multiple Mounting 1 B1 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Top View ...

Page 69: ...Safety Precautions Safety Manual Rev 4 55 Location of Labels GX8 Common Arm 2 2 Top View B2 Front View Lateral View Back View Table Top Mounting 1 B2 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Back View ...

Page 70: ...ev 4 Table Top Mounting Cable Downward Model 1 B2 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Bottom View Wall Mounting 1 B2 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Top View Ceiling Mounting 1 B2 A Lateral View Front View Lateral View Back View ...

Page 71: ...rder to activate this feature make sure that the Safety Door Input switch is connected to the EMERGENCY connector at the Controller When the safety door is opened normally the Manipulator immediately stops the current operation and the status of Manipulator power is operation prohibited until the safety door is closed and the latched condition is released In order to execute the Manipulator operat...

Page 72: ...following errors is detected encoder cable disconnection motor overload irregular motor torque motor speed error servo error positioning or speed overflow irregular CPU memory check sum error and overheat condition inside the Motor Driver Module Motor Overload Detection The dynamic brake circuit is activated when the system detects that the load on the motor has exceeded its capacity Irregular Mot...

Page 73: ...ed when a memory check sum error is detected Overheat Detection at the Motor Driver Module The dynamic brake circuit is activated when the temperature of the power device inside the Motor Driver module is above the nominal limit Relay Deposition Detection The dynamic brake circuit is activated when relay deposition is detected Over Voltage Detection The dynamic brake circuit is activated when the ...

Page 74: ...the work safely Training should include at least the following Study of regulation safety procedures and safety related recommendations by robot manufacturers and system designers Clear explanation of the work involved Description of all control equipment required for the work and their functions Explanation of potential hazards involved in the work Work safety procedures and specific methods of a...

Page 75: ...ge of inspections Knowledge of related rules regulations Transportation procedure Sling work and operate a crane or forklift To be qualified to perform sling work and operate a crane or forklift Installing Power plug e g when installing power plug to the power socket of the factory To have expertise and skills for installing Power plug for factory Installing Power cable To have expertise and skill...

Page 76: ...nual PDF RC700 RC700 A RC700 D Manual PDF RC90 series Manual PDF This manual explains the installation of the entire robot system and the specifications and functions of the controller The manual is primarily intended for people who design robot systems The installation procedure of the robot system specific details from unpacking to operation Daily inspection of the controller Controller specific...

Page 77: ...ded for people who perform maintenance Daily inspection Replacement and repair of maintenance parts The method of firmware update and controller setting backup etc Manuals about Maintenance for RC700 D series does not come with the products Only authorized personnel who have taken maintenance training held by the manufacturer or dealer should be allowed to perform the robot maintenance Please cont...

Page 78: ...n the screen to enter information and select the drive to install 2 When the dialog for selecting options is displayed make sure Manuals is checked and then proceed to the next step The installation may take several minutes If the installer cannot find Adobe Reader on your PC it will be installed at this time For the installation follow the instructions in the Adobe installer Do not restart the sy...

Page 79: ...t system RC700 series Manual RC700 RC700 A RC700 D Manual RC90 series Manual T series Manual T B series Manual VT series Manual For how to read the manual refer to the following This manual The Manuals of This Product When an error occurs pay attention to the followings The error number displayed on the Controller or teach pendant can be a tip to find the cause of the abnormality When an error occ...

Page 80: ...China RoHS 66 Safety Manual Rev 4 China RoHS This sheet and Environment Friendly Use Period label on the product are based on the laws and regulations in China These are not applicable outside of China ...

Page 81: ...M C电 缆 连接电缆 散热片 LED指示灯 电路板 外罩 滚珠丝杠花键 制动解除开关 伸缩罩 FPC单元 扎带 原点标记 气管接头 本表格依据SJ T 11364的规定编制 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量在GB T 26572规定的限量要求以下 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出GB T 26572规定的限量要求 本产品中含有的有害物质的部件皆因全球技术发展水平限制而无法实现有害物质的替代 产品环保使用期限的使用条件 关于适用于在中华人民共和国境内销售的本产品的环保使用期限 在遵守该产品的安全及使用注意事项 的条件下 从生产日期开始计算 在标志的年限内 本产品中含有的有害物质不会对环境造成严重污染 或对人身 财产造成严重损害 附注 本表格及环保使用期限标志依据中国的有关规定而制定 中国以外的国家 地区则无需关 注 Note This sheet and En...

Page 82: ...整板 地面支架 配线引导装置 兼容板 相机板单元 外部配线配套元 件 工具适配器 ISO法兰 力传感器 本表格依据SJ T 11364的规定编制 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量在GB T 26572规定的限量要求以下 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出GB T 26572规定的限量要求 本产品中含有的有害物质的部件皆因全球技术发展水平限制而无法实现有害物质的替代 产品环保使用期限的使用条件 关于适用于在中华人民共和国境内销售的本产品的环保使用期限 在遵守该产品的安全及使用注意事项的 条件下 从生产日期开始计算 在标志的年限内 本产品中含有的有害物质不会对环境造成严重污染或对 人身 财产造成严重损害 附注 本表格及环保使用期限标志依据中国的有关规定而制定 中国以外的国家 地区则无需关注 Note This sheet and Environment Friend...

Page 83: ... 适用系列 部件名称 有害物质 RC700 RC700 A RC700 D RC700DU RC700DU A RC90 B T T B VT 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 Pb Hg Cd Cr VI PBB PBDE 控制器 机壳 电路板 开关电源 风扇 线束 电源保护装置 存储卡 电池 连接器附件 选 件 电路板 布线单元 接线端子 紧急停止开关 TP1 TP2 TP3 墙面安装金属件 Hot Plug Kit CK1 CV1 CV2 相机 延长管 GigE相机PoE 转换器 GigE相机PoE 交换集线器 GigE相机三脚 架适配器 以太网交换机 力传感器 I F FC1 FC2 USB选件密钥 VRT ...

Page 84: ...的部件皆因全球技术发展水平限制而无法实现有害物质的替代 产品环保使用期限的使用条件 关于适用于在中华人民共和国境内销售的本产品的环保使用期限 在遵守该产品的安全及使用注意事项的 条件下 从生产日期开始计算 在标志的年限内 本产品中含有的有害物质不会对环境造成严重污染或对 人身 财产造成严重损害 附注 本表格及环保使用期限标志依据中国的有关规定而制定 中国以外的国家 地区则无需关注 Note This sheet and Environment Friendly Use Period label on the product are based on the laws and regulations in China These are not applicable outside of China ...