Chapter 4: System Cable Installation
This chapter provides details about system cable installation.
This chapter assumes that you have already installed the robot and mounted a Front Panel.
!
WARNING: ELECTROCUTION RISK.
Dangerous voltages are present during cable installation, and you must take
appropriate lockout / tagout measures to prevent powering up the robot during
installation.
!
WARNING: ELECTROCUTION RISK
National Electrical Code (and/or local codes) require that you provide an appro-
priately sized Branch Circuit Protection and lockout / tagout capability. Ensure
that you comply with all local and national safety and electrical codes for the
installation and operation of the robot system.
!
WARNING: ELECTROCUTION RISK
iX3 robot systems require an isolating transformer for connection to asym-
metrical mains systems or those using an isolated (impedant) neutral. Many
parts of Europe use an impedant neutral.
!
WARNING: ELECTROCUTION RISK
Only a skilled and instructed person must install AC power. Clause 5.2.4 of the
ISO 10218-1 requires that the person installing the system must use fail-safe
lockout measures to prevent unauthorized third parties from turning on power.
Refer to the
Robot Safety Guide (Cat. No. I590)
for more information.
!
CAUTION:
Ensure that all cables are installed with strain-relief to ensure they
are not damaged or accidentally removed during operation.
4.1 Basic System Cable Layout
The following diagram illustrates typical cable connections for a robot system.
The letters in the following figure correspond to the letters in the List of Cables and Parts on
page 63
The numbers in the following figure correspond to the Cable Installation Steps on page 64.
NOTE:
The figure below includes the optional and user-supplied equipment
that may not be present in your system.
22792-000 Rev. A
iX3 565 Robot with EtherCAT User’s Manual
61
