Verifying Manipulator Operation - Epson RC180 Manual

Maintenance 7. Verifying Robot System Operation
7. Verifying Robot System Operation
When maintenance has been performed for either the Manipulator or the Controller,
including replacing any parts in those units, items must be checked according to the
procedures in this section to ensure proper operation.
(1) Connect all the necessary cables for the system.
■ When verifying the robot system operation, prepare for failures with initial settings
or wiring. If the Manipulator operates abnormally because of incorrect initial
settings or wiring, press the Emergency Stop switch immediately to stop the
Manipulator.
Verify the robot system operation in the restricted mode (low speeds and low
WARNING
power) status. Verifying the robot system operation at high speeds may damage
the robot system and/or cause serious safety problems as the Manipulator cannot
stop operating immediately in case of abnormal operation of the Manipulator.
■ 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 correctly.
Manipulator may cause not only improper function of the robot system but also
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serious safety problems.
(2) Turn ON the Controller. The Controller will boot up. During this process, watch
(3) Execute MOTOR ON and check the following:
(4) Execute various motion commands (such as JUMP, etc.). The Manipulator must
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Improper connection between the Controller and the
and monitor the LED status as described in the following list:
From power-on to boot
LED All blink
7 segment All lights out
For details of the display, refer to Maintenance 2.3 LED and Seven-segment LED.
For error number, refer to Maintenance 8.1 Error Code Table.
- No error is displayed.
- There is servo excitation and the Manipulator operates normally.
operate accordingly and normally without vibration or unusual sounds.
While running
LED for current operation mode
(
TEACH, AUTO, PROGRAM)
READY (Normal)
Emergency Stop
Safeguard
Four digits Error
turns ON.
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