Kuka Pulse Installation guide

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PULSE SYSTEM
PULSE Carrier Assembly Instructions Manual
Original Instructions
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Publication Date: October 11, 2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................................3
1.1 System Background ..................................................................................................................3
1.2 Information about these instructions ......................................................................................3
1.3 Representation of Warnings and Notes ...................................................................................3
1.4 Safety Signs on the System.......................................................................................................3
1.4.1 Prohibiting Signs....................................................................................................................... 4
1.4.2 Mandatory Signs....................................................................................................................... 4
1.4.3 Warning Signs...........................................................................................................................4
2INTENDED USE..................................................................................................................................................5
3 SAFETY ..............................................................................................................................................................7
3.1 Disclaimer................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Safety Equipment .....................................................................................................................7
3.3 Personnel..................................................................................................................................8
3.4 Safety Regulations.................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Safety Instructions Governing Specific Operating Conditions................................................11
3.5.1 Commissioning .......................................................................................................................11
3.5.2 Maintenance work .................................................................................................................11
4 TOOLS REQUIRED............................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Tools Required for PULSE Installation.....................................................................................12
5 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................13
5.1 PULSE Floor Mounted System ................................................................................................13
5.1.1 Prerequisites...........................................................................................................................13
5.1.2 Energy Control and Power Lockout (ECPL).............................................................................18
5.1.3 Handling and Lifting Safety.....................................................................................................20
5.2 PULSE Floor Mounted Material..............................................................................................21
5.3 Static Tower set-up.................................................................................................................22
5.4 Lifter Tower Set-Up.................................................................................................................37
5.5 Attach Rail Mounting Brackets ...............................................................................................40
5.6 Attaching Rail to Mounting Brackets......................................................................................42
5.6.1 Attach Rails to Rail Mounting Brackets...................................................................................42
5.7 Lifter Drive and Drive Shaft Assembly....................................................................................44
5.8 PULSE Return Rail Mounting Kits ...........................................................................................51
5.8.1 Mount Rails to the Return Rail Mounting Kits........................................................................51
5.8.2 Mounting Return Rail Mounting Kits......................................................................................52
5.8.3 Weld Angle Iron from the Return Rail Mounting Kits.............................................................53
5.9 Chassis-Pallet Marriage Procedure.........................................................................................58

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5.10 Enclosure Installation Procedure ........................................................................................... 63
5.11 3-Phase Power Distribution.................................................................................................... 69
5.12 Ethernet Communications ..................................................................................................... 69
5.13 24VDC Power Distribution ..................................................................................................... 70
5.14 PULSE Hardware Installation Overview for Version 2 Panels................................................. 71
5.15 PULSE Hardware “Best Practices” for Version 2 Panels ......................................................... 83
6 TRANSPORTATION.......................................................................................................................................... 84
6.1 Transporting using Lifting Tackle............................................................................................ 84
6.2 Transportation by Fork Lift Truck ........................................................................................... 85
6.3 Transportation by Pallet Truck................................................................................................ 86
7 DECOMMISSIONING, STORAGE, & DISPOSAL................................................................................................ 88
7.1 Decommissioning................................................................................................................... 88
7.2 Storage ................................................................................................................................... 88
7.3 Disposal.................................................................................................................................. 88
8CONTACT INFORMATION................................................................................................................................ 89

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 System Background
The PULSE Carrier system consists of rail sections mounted as an elevated track. The carrier is conveyed from station
to station in the elevated state. Once the carrier is brought into a workstation, the carrier is lowered onto the work-
fixture directly below it. The means for lowering the carrier is accomplished through a set of vertical lifter stations.
Each lifter station comprises of two lift towers that raise and lower a section of rail. This manual is designed to assist
in proper installation of the PULSE Carrier system. This manual covers the mechanical installation of this system.
Please also refer to the controls system O&M manuals, as well as the interactive manuals provided with this system.
It is recommended that this manual be read in full before installation of the rail system begins.
It is highly recommended that the system integrator performs a risk assessment after the equipment has been
properly installed. This will identify any areas that will require further safety enhancements.
1.2 Information about these instructions
This documentation describes all components that can be used in operation with the PULSE Carrier system.
The scope of the machine includes the manufacturers’ operating instructions for the components supplied with it.
1.3 Representation of Warnings and Notes
Safety
These warnings are provided for safety purposes and must be observed.
These warnings mean that it is certain or highly probable that death or severe
physical injury will occur if no precautions are taken.
These warnings mean that death or severe physical injury may occur if no
precautions are taken.
These warnings mean that minor physical injury may occur, if no precautions are
taken.
These warnings mean that property damage may occur if no safety measures are
taken.
These warnings contain references to safety-related information or general safety
measures. These warnings do not refer to individual hazards or individual
precautionary measures.
1.4 Safety Signs on the System
The following signs are attached to the machine:

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1.4.1 Prohibiting Signs
Authorized personnel only!
An area so designated may only be entered by personnel who have express
permission to carry out a task, e.g. due to work being performed there; no other
persons are permitted to enter.
Do not reach in!
Identifies danger zones where hands must not be able to reach through free
spaces in the safety fence or into unguarded parts of machines.
Do not step!
Identifies a zone that should not be walked or stepped on.
No access for those with metallic implants.
Identifies a zone containing a strong magnetic field that should not be accessed by
those possessing metallic implants.
No access for those with implanted cardiac devices.
Identifies a zone containing a strong magnetic field that should not be accessed by
those wearing implanted cardiac devices.
1.4.2 Mandatory Signs
Wear gloves!
Wearing appropriate protective gloves substantially reduces the risk of injury, e.g.
when working with heavy, hot or sharp-edged items. The wearing of gloves is not
permitted for any work on the machine that is carried out in the vicinity of rotating
parts or tools where there is danger of snagging.
Lift point
To ensure safe and proper transportation of equipment, material should be lifted in
the areas designated.
1.4.3 Warning Signs
Warning hazardous voltage!
Means “STOP” at dangerous areas in which there are live parts carrying voltages.

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Warning arc flash!
Means there is a potential arc flash and shock hazard present.
Warning magnetic field!
Means there is an area of strong magnetic field.
Warning pressurized device!
Means there is pressurized equipment present and there is a potential
explosion/release of pressure hazard.
Warning pinch point!
Means when equipment is moved, there is a potential hand-entanglement/pinch
point hazard.
2INTENDED USE
The PULSE Carrier system constitutes partly completed machinery as defined by Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery
Directive) and will be called “machine” in the following text.
The user of the PULSE Carrier system must comply with the national laws and regulations.
Use
The PULSE Carrier system is intended exclusively as a transport system. It must only be operated in an industrial
environment.
Using it for any other or additional purposes is considered contrary to its intended use. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for any damage resulting from such use. The risk lies entirely with the user.
Operation within the limits of the intended use also involves observing these assembly instructions – particularly
the preconditions for operation of the PULSE Carrier system and complying with the inspection and maintenance
directives.
Misuse
Any applications deviating from the intended use are regarded as inadmissible misuse; these include:
•Applications not specified under intended use
•Failure to comply with the recommended maintenance intervals, or performing maintenance incorrectly
•Installation of non-approved spare parts and wearing parts

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•Use of non-approved consumables, cleaning, and other products
•Insufficiently trained specialist personnel are entrusted with performing work on the machine
•Operation of the machine in potentially explosive environments or in rooms with a corrosive atmosphere
•Use outside the permissible technical operating limits
•Use as a climbing aid
•Use outdoors
•Using the machine for transportation of persons and animals
EC declaration of conformity and declaration of incorporation
This PULSE Carrier system is partly completed machinery as defined by the EC Machinery Directive. The PULSE
Carrier system may only be put into operation if the following preconditions are met:
•The PULSE Carrier system is integrated into a machine or system.
Or: Together with other machines, the PULSE Carrier system constitutes a system.
Or: All safety functions and safety equipment required for completed machinery as defined by the EC
Machinery Directive have been added to the PULSE Carrier system.
•The completed machinery or system conforms to the EC Machinery Directive. This has been ascertained
by means of a conformity assessment procedure.
Declaration of conformity for the overall system
The system integrator must create a declaration of conformity in accordance with the Machinery Directive for the
overall machine or system. The declaration of conformity forms the basis for the CE conformity mark of the
machine or system. The PULSE Carrier system may only be operated in accordance with country-specific
legislation, regulations and standards.
Declaration of incorporation
As partly completed machinery, the PULSE Carrier system is supplied with a declaration of incorporation in
accordance with Annex II 1 B of Directive 2006/42/EC. Integral parts of this declaration of incorporation include a
list of the essential requirements stipulated in Annex I of the Machinery Directive that have been complied with
and these assembly instructions.
The declaration of incorporation declares that the partly completed machinery must not be put into operation
until it has been installed in a machine or assembled with other parts to form a machine, that this machine
conforms with the provisions of the EC Machinery Directive, and that the EC declaration of conformity is present
in accordance with Annex II 1 A.
The declaration of incorporation with its annexes remains with the system integrator as part of the technical
documentation of the completed machinery.

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3SAFETY
3.1 Disclaimer
The PULSE Carrier system has been built in accordance with state-of-the-art standards and the recognized safety
rules. Nevertheless, its inadmissible misuse may constitute a risk to life and limb, or cause damage to the PULSE
Carrier system and other material property.
The PULSE Carrier system must only be used in technically perfect condition in accordance with its intended use,
and only by safety-conscious persons who are fully aware of the hazards involved in its operation. It must be used
in compliance with these assembly instructions. Any functional disorders, especially those affecting safety, must
be rectified immediately.
Safety information
Information about safety may not be construed against KUKA Systems North America. Even if all safety instructions
are followed, it cannot be ensured that the PULSE Carrier system will not cause any injuries or damage.
No modifications may be made to the PULSE Carrier system without the permission of KUKA Systems North
America. It is possible for additional components not included in the scope of supply of KUKA Systems North
America to be integrated on the PULSE Carrier system. The user is liable for any damage that occurs on the PULSE
Carrier system or other property as a result of these components.
External cross-references and links
KUKA Systems North America expressly disclaims all ownership of or responsibility for the contents of any linked
Web pages. This declaration applies to all external links and Internet cross-references appearing in this
documentation.
3.2 Safety Equipment
System integrator and user must safeguard the PULSE Carrier system with additional safety equipment (safety
fencing in compliance with DIN EN 953 “Safety of machinery – Guards”).
The PULSE Carrier system has no EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton. The PULSE Carrier system must be integrated
into the EMERGENCY OFF or EMERGENCY STOP system of the machine or system in which the PULSE Carrier
system is installed.
The operating personnel must be instructed with regard to the location and function of the EMERGENCY OFF or
EMERGENCY STOP pushbuttons and maintenance gates.
In the absence of functional safety devices, the PULSE
Carrier system can cause personal injury or material
damage. Safety devices must not be removed or
disabled.

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3.3 Personnel
All persons working on the PULSE Carrier system must be trained in its use and must have read and understood
the PULSE Carrier system documentation including the safety chapter.
The assembly instructions must always be at hand at the PULSE Carrier system.
Before work is started, the personnel must be instructed at regular intervals about the type and scope of the work
and potential hazards. Instruction must be provided again after particular incidents or technical modifications.
The personnel include the user and the operator of the PULSE Carrier system.
Installation, exchange, setting, operation,
maintenance and repair may be performed only by
personnel specially trained for this purpose as
specified in the assembly instructions.
User
The user of the PULSE Carrier system is responsible for its use and operation. He must ensure faultless operation
in terms of safety and lay down all safety regulations for the personnel.
At certain self-defined intervals, the user should check that the personnel are working in compliance with the
assembly instructions and paying attention to hazards and safety factors.
The user is responsible for complying with the national laws, regulations and standards.
Operator
The responsibilities of the personnel for commissioning, operation, maintenance and repair must be defined.
•The personnel must meet the following requirements:
•They must have read and understood the complete PULSE Carrier system documentation including the
safety chapter.
•They must be trained and instructed with regard to the work to be performed.
•They must use the personal protective equipment.
•The machine may be operated only by persons at least 18 years old.
•Work on the PULSE Carrier system may be performed only by qualified personnel. This means persons
who are capable of assessing the work to be performed and recognizing potential hazards on account of
their professional training and experience as well as their knowledge of the relevant standards.
•These requirements must be adapted by the user in accordance with country-specific legislation,
regulations and standards.

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System Integrator
The PULSE Carrier system must be integrated into a machine or system by the system integrator in compliance
with all safety requirements.
The system integrator is responsible for the following tasks:
•Proper installation of the PULSE Carrier system
•Connection of the PULSE Carrier system
•Implementation of the necessary safety equipment and safeguards
•Issue of the declaration of conformity for the machine or system in which the PULSE Carrier system is
integrated
•Creation of the operating instructions for the machine or system in which the PULSE Carrier system is
integrated.
Instruction
The following points must be observed regarding instruction or training:
•The person receiving instruction must confirm participation in the training with their signature.
•The person receiving instruction must be familiarized with the work under the supervision of an
experienced and authorized user.
3.4 Safety Regulations
The PULSE Carrier system must only be used in technically perfect condition in accordance with its intended use,
and only by safety-conscious persons. Operator errors can result in personal injury and damage to property.
If any defects or malfunctions affecting the operational safety or reliability are detected, the PULSE Carrier system
must be immediately switched off or not put into operation.
•Avoid any operational mode that might be prejudicial to safety.
•Take the necessary precautions to ensure that the PULSE Carrier system is used only when in a safe and
reliable state!
•Operate the PULSE Carrier system only if all protective and safety-oriented devices, such as removable
safeguards, EMERGENCY OFF and EMERGENCY STOP equipment, and working range limitations, are in
place and fully functional.
•Pneumatic parts may only be moved with the maintenance gate closed.
•Monitor the PULSE Carrier system throughout working shifts. Report any changes (including changes in
the machine’s working behavior) to the competent organization/person immediately. If necessary, stop
the PULSE Carrier system immediately and lock it.