Connecting The Cables - Epson C Series Manual

C4 Manipulator 3. Environment and Installation

3.5 Connecting the Cables

■ Before performing any replacement procedure, turn OFF the Controller and
related equipment, and then disconnect the power plug from the power source.
Performing any replacement procedure with the power ON is extremely hazardous
and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot system.
■ Be sure to connect the AC power cable to a power receptacle. DO NOT connect
it directly to a factory power source.
disconnect the power plug from the power source. Performing any work while
connecting the AC power cable to a factory power source is extremely hazardous
and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot system.
■ Be sure to connect the cables properly. Do not allow unnecessary strain on the
cables. (Do not put heavy objects on the cables. Do not bend or pull the cables
forcibly.) The unnecessary strain on the cables may result in damage to the
cables, disconnection, and/or contact failure. Damaged cables, disconnection,
or contact failure is extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or
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improper function of the robot system.
■ Before wiring, turn OFF the Controller and related equipment, and then pull up a
warning sign (e.g. DO NOT TURN ON THE POWER.). Wiring with the power
ON is extremely hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of
the robot system.
■ Grounding the Manipulator is done by connecting with the Controller. Ensure that
the Controller is grounded and the cables are correctly connected. If the ground
wire is improperly connected to ground, it may result in the fire or electric shock.
■ When connecting / replacing the brake release unit or the external short
connector, turn OFF the power to the Controller and the brake release unit.
Inserting and removing the connector while the power is ON may result in
electrical shock.
■ When connecting the Manipulator and the Controller, make sure that the serial
numbers on each equipment match.
Manipulator and Controller may not only cause improper function of the robot
system but also safety problems.
Controller used.
manual.
■ Only authorized or certified personnel should be allowed to perform wiring.
Wiring by unauthorized or uncertified personnel may result in bodily injury and/or
CAUTION
malfunction of the robot system.
■ If the Manipulator is operated without connecting the brake release unit or the
external short connector, the brakes cannot be released and it may cause damage
on them. After using the brake release unit, be sure to connect the external short
connector to the Manipulator, or check connection of the connector for the brake
release unit.
Cleanroom-model Manipulator
For the Cleanroom-model, an exhaust system is necessary. For details, refer to "Appendix
A: Specifications Table".
M/C Cable Connection method
Connect the power connector and the signal connector of the M/C cables to the Controller.
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The connection method varies with the
For details on the connection, refer to the Robot Controller
To shut off power to the robot system,
Improper connection between the
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