1.6.3. Installing the RobotInstall the robot as per the planning and layout which has been previously reviewed and studied for its optimized performance and functionality. In case of poor conditions for robot installation, the serious problems can take place, including error of relative position between robot and workpiece during operation, bad performance quality of robot caused by vibration, shortening lifetime, and cause of serious accidents. Thus, pay attention to the following precautions when installing the robot.
General Safety Precautions
(1)Design and install the robot system properly in compliance with laws, regulations, and safety requirements valid in the country where the robot system is installed.
(2)All the workers for the robot system must have the complete knowledge on the information specified in the application and supplementary manual, and proficiently operate and handle the industrial robot.
(3)Installation workers of robot must follow the safety instructions and apply them to the installation when they face any safety problems.
(4)System provider must ensure that all the circuits utilizing safety functions perfectly perform in a safe way.
(5)Install main power supply to be disconnected from outside of the robot’s working envelope.
(6)System provider must ensure that all the circuits utilizing emergency stop function perfectly perform in a safe way.
(7)For the immediate emergency stop, install emergency stop button within the accessible distance for the operator.
Technical Safety Precautions
(1)Eliminate any interference with peripheral equipment considering the dimension and working envelope.
(2)Avoid such places for installing which is directly exposed to the sun, extremely humid, contaminated by oil or chemicals, and containing a large amount of metal powder and explosive gas.