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Chapter 1 Using the Robot Safely
8 Automatic Operation(1) Check the following before starting automatic operation.
1. No one is within the safeguard enclosure.
2. The programming unit or tools, etc., are in their specified location.
3. The alarm or error lamps, etc., on the robot and peripheral devices do not
flash.
4. The safeguard enclosure is securely installed with safety interlocks, etc.,
actuated.
(2) Observe the following during automatic operation or in cases where
an error occurs.
1) After automatic operation has started, check the operation status and warn-
ing lamps to ensure that the robot is in automatic operation.
2) Never enter the safeguard enclosure during automatic operation.
3) If an error occurs in the robot or peripheral devices, observe the following
procedures before entering the safeguard enclosure.
1. Press the emergency stop button to set the robot to emergency stop.
2. Place a sign on the start switch indicating that the robot is being in-
spected in order to keep any other person from touching the start switch
and restarting the robot.
9 Adjustment and InspectionWARNING
Do not attempt any installation, adjustment, inspection or maintenance
unless described in this manual. Unexpected accidents or troubles may
otherwise result.
10 Repair and ModificationWARNING
Do not attempt any repair, part replacement or modification unless de-
scribed in this manual. These matters require technical knowledge and
skills, and may also involve work hazards.